Slavery and civil rights

Philip Steele

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Slavery and civil rights

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Philip Steele

Reading Level 2 7ME Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it was like to live when some people weren’t treated fairly just because of their skin color? Imagine a time when brave people stood up to change the rules so everyone could be free and equal. What challenges did they face, and how did their courage shape the world?

Themes

HistoryCivil rightsSlaveryJuvenile literatureSources

Quick Assessment

This book introduces young readers to the history of slavery and the civil rights movement in an age-appropriate way, using simple language suitable for early readers aged 5-8. It offers a factual look at these important historical topics, focusing on courage and justice without graphic details. Parents should note the sensitive nature of the subject matter but can feel confident that it is presented thoughtfully for young children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

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

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
2
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
ISBN
9780750256865
Pages
48
Publisher
Wayland
Published
2009
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

SourcesCivil RightsSlaveryAfrican AmericansAntislavery MovementsAbolitionistsSocial History

Places

United StatesSouthern States