Story of Juneteenth

Steven Otfinoski

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Story of Juneteenth

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

An Interactive History Adventure

by Steven Otfinoski

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what freedom truly means? Imagine standing in Texas on June 19, 1865, when the news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally arrived, changing lives forever. But what challenges would come next in the fight to end racism?

Themes

African AmericansHistorySocial JusticeComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book explores the history and significance of Juneteenth, focusing on the Emancipation Proclamation, the post-Civil War South, and ongoing efforts to end racism. Written for ages 9-12, it presents complex social and historical themes in an accessible format. Parents should be aware it addresses themes of racial injustice and historical struggle thoughtfully.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
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

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9781491418048
Pages
112
Publisher
Capstone Classroom
Published
2015
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

African Americans, Social Life and CustomsAfrican AmericansTexas, HistoryTexasJuneteenthSocial Life and CustomsSlavesEmancipationAnniversaries