The Boston Tea Party

Kevin Cunningham

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The Boston Tea Party

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kevin Cunningham

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered why the colonists were so upset about tea in Boston? Imagine a night when brave people dressed like Native Americans and tossed tea into the harbor to stand up for their freedom. What happened next changed history forever — but the story is just beginning.

Quick Assessment

This book introduces young readers to the historical event of the Boston Tea Party through engaging storytelling and vivid images. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, it offers an accessible look at a key moment in American history without graphic content or complex themes. It supports early history education with age-appropriate language and concepts.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

64 pages
ISBN
9780531230510
Pages
64
Publisher
Children's Press
Published
2012
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

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