Ronald Reagan, an all-American
June Behrens
Ronald Reagan, an all-American
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by June Behrens
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Have you ever wondered what it takes to become the President of the United States? Imagine a boy growing up with big dreams, learning about leadership and courage every step of the way. How did Ronald Reagan’s journey shape the country — and what surprises await?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader biography introduces young children to Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States. Written at a grade 2 reading level, it offers a simple and accessible overview of his life and achievements, suitable for ages 5 to 8. The book focuses on historical facts without complex political details, making it an age-appropriate introduction to presidential history.
Why we rated Ronald Reagan, an all-American 7C
Ronald Reagan, an all-American is written at a Level 2 reading level across 31 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Ronald Reagan, an all-American works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Ronald Reagan, an all-American as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Ronald Reagan, an all-American explores presidents, biography, and juvenile literature — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about presidents, biography, juvenile literature.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780516035659
- Pages
- 31
- Publisher
- Children's Press
- Published
- 1981
- Type
- Nonfiction