The Iran-Contra Scandal

Christine Petersen

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The Iran-Contra Scandal

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Christine Petersen

Reading Level 2 7LT Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if a secret plan was hidden right under everyone's noses? Imagine a world where powerful leaders made risky deals to help people far away. But what happens when those secrets start to unravel?

Themes

Politics and GovernmentHistorySocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This early reader introduces young children to the complex Iran-Contra scandal in simplified terms suitable for ages 5-8. It explains the basic political events of the 1980s involving the U.S., Iran, and Nicaragua, focusing on the themes of secret government actions and their consequences. Parents should note that the book deals with political topics abstractly and without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
10
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
ISBN
0516242288
Pages
48
Publisher
Children's Press(CT)
Published
2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Iran-Contra Affair, 1985-1990United StatesPolitics and Government1981-1989Iran1979-1997Nicaragua1979-1990United States, Politics and GovernmentMiddle East, Politics and GovernmentMiddle EastCentral AmericaCentral America, HistoryUnited States, History, 20th Century20th Century

Places

United StatesIranNicaragua