The American Revolution
Steven C. Bullock
The American Revolution
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A History in Documents
by Steven C. Bullock
The text is written at a 6th 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
The crackle of the campfire mixes with whispered plans under starry skies as voices from long ago come alive. Imagine holding a worn diary or reading bold words like those in the Declaration of Independence, feeling the courage and hope of people who dared to change their world. Their stories echo with the thrill of freedom and the weight of a new beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book uses primary historical documents to bring the American Revolution to life for middle-grade readers. It includes excerpts from diaries, newspapers, and important texts like the Declaration of Independence, offering an authentic glimpse into the era. Suitable for ages 9-12, it provides historical insight without graphic content, making it an educational resource for young readers interested in U.S. history.
Why we rated The American Revolution 11LE
The American Revolution is written at a Level 6 reading level across 205 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The American Revolution works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate The American Revolution as 11LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, The American Revolution explores historical, united states history, primary sources, coming of age, and social change — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about historical, united states history, primary sources.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight 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
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0195132246
- Pages
- 205
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Published
- 2003
- Type
- Nonfiction