The burial of the guns.
Thomas Nelson Page
The burial of the guns.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Thomas Nelson Page
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
This book shows how a group of neighbors became more than friends—they became brothers in arms during a time of war. Their loyalty and courage shine through every page, revealing why their story still matters today.
Quick Assessment
Set during the 19th century, this historical fiction explores the lives and bonds formed among neighbors turned soldiers in the American South. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers a look at social customs and the impact of war on community and identity, with content appropriate for middle-grade readers.
Why we rated The burial of the guns. 11LE
The burial of the guns. is written at a Level 6 reading level across 258 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The burial of the guns. works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate The burial of the guns. 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 burial of the guns. explores historical, friendship, family, and coming of age — 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.
- ✓ Readers ready to talk through themes after they finish — there's enough substance for a meaningful conversation.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about historical, friendship, family.
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.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0512005389
- Pages
- 258
- Publisher
- Ferguson Publishing Company
- Published
- 1969
- Type
- Fiction