Stonewall

Jean Fritz

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Stonewall

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jean Fritz

Reading Level 4-5 9LT Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Stonewall Jackson wasn’t just any general—he earned his famous nickname by standing firm when everyone else was retreating. His courage and leadership shaped history in ways you might never have imagined. Discover why his story still matters today.

Themes

HistoricalBiographyMilitaryComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade biography introduces readers ages 9-12 to Stonewall Jackson, a prominent Confederate general during the American Civil War. The book offers historical insights appropriate for its audience, presenting Jackson’s military career and legacy without graphic violence. Parents should note that it covers Civil War themes and may include historical perspectives from that era.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Light ←

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

152 pages
ISBN
0140329374
Pages
152
Publisher
Puffin
Published
1989
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Jackson, Stonewall, 1824-1863Confederate States of America. ArmyUnited States. ArmyGeneralsUnited StatesCivil War, 1861-1865CampaignsConfederate States of AmericaUnited States Civil War, 1861-1865Armed ForcesMilitary CampaignsAdventure and AdventurersUnited States, ArmyArmyUnited States, History, Civil War, 1861-1865, CampaignsCivil War1861-1865Confederate States of America. Army. Stonewall Brigade

People

Stonewall Jackson (1824-1863)

Places

Confederate States of AmericaUnited States