The Declaration of Independence and Roger Sherman of Connecticut
Kathy Furgang
The Declaration of Independence and Roger Sherman of Connecticut
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kathy Furgang
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
Roger Sherman did something no one else did—he signed all four of America's founding documents! From a curious young boy to a brave leader, his story shows how one person’s determination can change a whole country. Discover why his role was so important to America’s beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book introduces young readers to Roger Sherman, a key figure in American history known for his unique achievement of signing all four major founding documents. Written for early readers aged 5-8, it presents Sherman's life and contributions in an accessible way, highlighting historical facts without complex language or mature themes. It is a suitable educational resource for teaching about the Declaration of Independence and early U.S. history.
Why we rated The Declaration of Independence and Roger Sherman of Connecticut 7C
The Declaration of Independence and Roger Sherman of Connecticut is written at a Level 2 reading level across 24 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The Declaration of Independence and Roger Sherman of Connecticut works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate The Declaration of Independence and Roger Sherman of Connecticut as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, The Declaration of Independence and Roger Sherman of Connecticut explores historical, biography, united states, and founding documents — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about historical, biography, united states.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0823955931
- Pages
- 24
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis US
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Nonfiction