Stonewall Hinkleman and the Battle of Bull Run

Tom Angleberger

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Stonewall Hinkleman and the Battle of Bull Run

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tom Angleberger

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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 Hinkleman is the only kid who can travel back in time to the wild and messy Battle of Bull Run—and he’s got to stop a sneaky time traveler from changing history! Imagine using what you know about history to fight in a real battle. Can Stonewall save the day and keep history on track?

Quick Assessment

This humorous historical adventure follows Stonewall Hinkleman, a boy who dislikes historical reenactments but finds himself transported to the actual Battle of Bull Run during the Civil War. The story combines time travel and history in a way that engages middle-grade readers, ages 9-12, with light themes of conflict and bravery. Parents should note the presence of historical battle scenes, though they are presented in a kid-friendly, non-graphic manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

192 pages
ISBN
9780147511829
Pages
192
Publisher
Penguin
Published
May 15, 2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Humorous StoriesHistoricalUnited StatesCivil War PeriodScience FictionTime TravelCivil War1861-1865Bull Run1st Battle ofVa1861