The Golden Guide Books of Hobbies

Whiteford

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The Golden Guide Books of Hobbies

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

An Illustrated History

by Whiteford

Reading Level 8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The Civil War wasn’t just battles and history books—it was a real story with heroes, struggles, and secrets that shaped our country forever. Imagine seeing the war come alive with videos, maps that move, and pictures that tell a thousand stories. This book shows why understanding this epic conflict still matters today.

Quick Assessment

This enhanced eBook combines Ken Burns’s acclaimed Civil War documentary footage with animated maps and rich illustrations, providing an immersive educational experience for teens. Suitable for ages 13-18, it offers historical insights with moderate complexity, making it ideal for young adults interested in American history. Parents should note the mature themes of war and conflict are presented thoughtfully without graphic violence.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Realistic Violence War & Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

500 pages
ISBN
9780307700223
Pages
500
Publisher
Knopf
Published
December 1975
Type
Nonfiction

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