The killing of Corporal Kunze
Wilma Parnell
The killing of Corporal Kunze
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Classic Illustrated Children's Book on Puberty
by Wilma Parnell
The text is written at a 4th 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
What really happened to Corporal Kunze during the war? Imagine being caught in the middle of a mystery that stretches from the battlefields of World War II to a courtroom far from home. Secrets, courage, and justice all hang in the balance—who will uncover the truth?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade historical fiction novel explores the mysterious death of Corporal Kunze, a prisoner of war during World War II, and the subsequent court martial in the United States. Suitable for ages 9-12, it introduces complex themes such as war, justice, and history in an age-appropriate way, providing opportunities for thoughtful discussion. Parents should note the presence of wartime settings and legal proceedings but no graphic content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LT — Light — ThematicLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Nazi war criminals
Earle Rice
Nazi war criminals
Earle Rice
Private Peaceful
Michael Morpurgo
Private Peaceful
Michael Morpurgo
How young they died
Stuart Cloete
How young they died
Stuart Cloete
Battalion 999
Heinz G. Konsalik
Battalion 999
Heinz G. Konsalik
Killing the SS
Bill O'Reilly
Killing the SS
Bill O'Reilly
Kill Shot
Bill Bunn
Kill Shot
Bill Bunn
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780818403125
- Pages
- 188
- Publisher
- Lyle Stuart
- Published
- 1981
- Type
- Nonfiction