The American Revolution 1776

Lauren Tarshis

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The American Revolution 1776

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lauren Tarshis

I Survived · Book 15

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

Nate is not just running away—he’s stepping into the fiercest fight of the American Revolution, where every choice could change history. Facing danger on every corner, his courage could turn the tide of battle. But will he survive long enough to make a difference?

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction follows 11-year-old Nate as he escapes a harsh home life and becomes entangled in the turmoil of the Revolutionary War. Suitable for ages 9-12, it realistically portrays the dangers and challenges of the era without graphic violence, offering a gripping introduction to this pivotal moment in American history.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
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

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

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
6

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Details

Book Length

118 pages
ISBN
9781643101491
Pages
118
Published
2018-05
Type
Fiction