The Buffalo Soldiers
Alice K. Flanagan
The Buffalo Soldiers
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Alice K. Flanagan
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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Discover the powerful stories of the Buffalo Soldiers, African American cavalrymen who bravely served in the 19th-century American West. Experience their challenges, courage, and the complex history they shaped while facing harsh realities and personal struggles. This gripping tale brings to light both their heroism and the obstacles they overcame.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include addiction, drug use, accidental death. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0756508339
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- 2005
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 2,934
- Read-Aloud
- ~20 min
- Text Density
- Light Text