The Chester Town tea party

Brenda Seabrooke

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The Chester Town tea party

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Brenda Seabrooke

Reading Level 2 7LT Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd 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

The crisp splash of tea leaves hits the river with a soft plop, mixing with the fresh scent of pine trees nearby. Amanda, hidden beneath her clever disguise, feels her heart race as she stands with the brave men ready to make a bold stand. The chilly air buzzes with excitement, but what will happen next?

Quick Assessment

Set six months after the Boston Tea Party, this early reader introduces young children to a key moment in American colonial history through the eyes of Amanda, a brave girl who joins a protest against the Tea Tax. The story is suitable for ages 5-8 and uses simple language to engage young readers while gently introducing historical themes. Parents should note the depiction of peaceful protest and historical context without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

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

29 pages
ISBN
0870334220
Pages
29
Publisher
Cornell Maritime Press/Tidewater Publishers
Published
1991
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Tea TaxBoston Tea Party1773