Cover of Robert Smalls

Robert Smalls

by Robert Francis Kennedy

American Heroes (Hyperion)

Reading Level 8-9 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Under the cover of night, Robert Smalls led a daring escape by stealing a Confederate warship and delivering it safely to Union forces, proving the courage and determination of enslaved people seeking freedom. Rising to become a respected naval captain and inspiring speaker, Smalls played a vital role in reshaping history and breaking down barriers during the Civil War. His story celebrates bravery, leadership, and the fight for justice in a time of great turmoil.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalComing of AgeSocial JusticeAfrican American HistoryAdventureFamily

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Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Physical Danger War & Conflict Racial Discrimination Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
9781423108023
Pages
40
Publisher
Hyperion
Published
2008
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
6,091

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Smalls, Robert, -- 1839-1915 -- Juvenile literature.Smalls, Robert, -- 1839-1915.African Americans -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Fugitive slaves -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Slaves -- Biography.African Americans -- Biography.United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Participation, African American -- Juvenile literature.