The Battle of the Little Bighorn (Essential Events Set 2)

Marty Gitlin

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The Battle of the Little Bighorn (Essential Events Set 2)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marty Gitlin

Essential Library; Essential Events

Reading Level 7-8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 7th 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

Discover the dramatic clash of cultures and courage during the 1876 Battle of the Little Bighorn, where Native American tribes united against U.S. government troops. Explore the key figures, the unfolding events, and the lasting impact through vivid illustrations and detailed timelines. This gripping account brings history to life for young readers eager to understand this pivotal moment.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7-8 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include realistic violence, historical conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Realistic Violence Historical Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
13,570 words
1h 30m read-aloud
ISBN
9781604530452
Pages
112
Publisher
Essential Library
Published
January 2008
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
13,570
Read-Aloud
~1h 30m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

United StatesReconstruction PeriodU.SLittle Bighorn, Battle of The, Mont., 1876Dakota IndiansWarsPeople & PlacesOtherLittle BighornBattle of theMont1876Indians of North America, WarsIndians of North America