The Clara Barton You Never Knew

James Lincoln Collier

Cover of The Clara Barton You Never Knew

The Clara Barton You Never Knew

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James Lincoln Collier

Illustrated by Greg Copeland

You Never Knew

Reading Level 6-7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Discover the inspiring journey of a young girl whose bravery and kindness during the Civil War led her to create the American Red Cross. Follow the moments and challenges that molded Clara Barton into a pioneering nurse and humanitarian. This story brings to life the strength and compassion behind a true historical hero.

Themes

BiographyHistoryWomenNursingComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, historical. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Historical
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

80 pages
11,377 words
1h 16m read-aloud
ISBN
0516243462
Pages
80
Publisher
Children's Press(CT)
Published
September 2003
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
11,377
Read-Aloud
~1h 16m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

NursesBiography & AutobiographyHistoricalBarton, Clara,WomenAmerican Red CrossUnited States1821-1912Red CrossBarton, Clara, 1821-1912