The emperor's silent army

Jane O'Connor

Cover of The emperor's silent army

The emperor's silent army

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Terracotta Warriors of Ancient China

by Jane O'Connor

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.

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

When three farmers digging a well uncover a mysterious clay head, they set off the discovery of thousands of life-sized terracotta soldiers guarding the tomb of China's first emperor. These ancient warriors, frozen in time for over two millennia, reveal secrets of a powerful ruler and an incredible archaeological wonder. Stunning photos bring this silent army to life, inviting readers to explore history and mystery beneath the earth.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, historical themes. 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 Themes
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
9
Data Confidence
8

Similar Books

Based on content and theme analysis

See all books like this →

Details

Book Length

48 pages
3,788 words
25m read-aloud
ISBN
0670035122
Pages
48
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2002
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
3,788
Read-Aloud
~25 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Qin Shi Huang, Emperor of China, 259-210 B.CTombTerra-cotta Sculpture, ChineseQin-Han Dynasties, 221 B.C.-220 A.DArchaeologyShaanxi ShengAntiquitiesChinaQin Dynasty, 221-207 B.CTerra-cotta Sculpture

People

Emperor of China Qin shi huang (259-210 B.C)Qin shi huang Emperor of China (259-210 B.C)

Places

ChinaShaanxi Sheng (China)