September 11

Dean E. Murphy

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September 11

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

An Oral History

by Dean E. Murphy

Reading Level 5-6 Very Intense (Lvl 5) Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is very intense with mature or graphic material.

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About This Book

Through forty vivid personal stories, this book shares the unforgettable experiences of those caught in the September 11 attacks. Readers will witness moments of bravery, loss, and resilience as individuals navigate the chaos and aftermath of that tragic day. These firsthand accounts offer a powerful glimpse into history from many perspectives.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with very intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Very Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include physical danger, death, emotional: loss & grief. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 5 — Very Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Graphic or sustained depictions of trauma, violence, or mature content.

Content Flags

Physical Danger Death Emotional: Loss & Grief Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
10
Narrative Pace
1
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

250 pages
95,287 words
10h 35m read-aloud
ISBN
0385507682
Pages
250
Publisher
Random House Digital, Inc.
Published
2002
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
95,287
Read-Aloud
~10h 35m
Text Density
Very Dense

Genres

Subjects

September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001Personal Narratives