What reading level is Sword of Antietam?

Sword of Antietam by Joseph A. Altsheler is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Sword of Antietam appropriate for?

Sword of Antietam is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

Does Sword of Antietam have any content warnings?

Sword of Antietam has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Sword of Antietam?

Sword of Antietam by Joseph A. Altsheler is 270 pages.

Sword of Antietam

Joseph A. Altsheler

Sword of Antietam

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Story of the Nation's Crisis

by Joseph A. Altsheler

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

Dick Mason isn’t just any soldier—he’s a hero whose courage turns the tide of battle at Antietam, one of the fiercest fights in the Civil War. His story shows how bravery and friendship can change history, even when everything seems lost.

Themes

United States HistoryCivil WarFriendship Coming of Age Adventure

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel follows young Dick Mason and his friends during the Civil War, focusing on the Battle of Antietam. Suitable for ages 9-12, it provides an engaging introduction to American history with themes of courage, friendship, and conflict, while handling battle scenes with appropriate sensitivity for middle-grade readers.