Struggle and lose, struggle and win
Elizabeth Levy
Struggle and lose, struggle and win
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The United Mine Workers
by Elizabeth Levy
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
Did you know that coal miners were the first workers to form a huge union that changed history? They fought hard, faced tough challenges, and even battled corruption inside their own group. Their story shows why standing up together can make a real difference.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This historical fiction book explores the formation and struggles of the United Mine Workers, the first major industry-wide labor union in the United States. It highlights the miners' fight for better working conditions and the challenges of internal corruption, making it suitable for middle-grade readers interested in history and social justice. The book is appropriate for ages 9-12 and offers an educational look at labor union history without intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MS — Moderate — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0590073559
- Pages
- 122
- Publisher
- Four Winds
- Published
- 1977
- Type
- Nonfiction