What reading level is The Know-nothings?

The Know-nothings by Marius M. Carriere Jr. is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Know-nothings appropriate for?

The Know-nothings is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Historical Conflict, Political Tension.

What genre is The Know-nothings?

The Know-nothings is nonfiction — History.

Does The Know-nothings have any content warnings?

The Know-nothings has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Historical Conflict, Political Tension. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Know-nothings?

The Know-nothings by Marius M. Carriere Jr. is 243 pages.

The Know-nothings

Marius M. Carriere Jr.

The Know-nothings

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marius M. Carriere Jr.

Reading Level 6 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.

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About This Book

The Know Nothing Party shook the politics of 1850s America like no one expected. They were supposed to fight against immigrants, but in Louisiana, even Catholics joined them! This surprising twist shows how complicated history really is—and why it still matters today.

Themes

Historical Social JusticePolitical HistoryMulticultural

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade nonfiction explores the rise and fall of the Know Nothing Party in 1850s America, focusing particularly on its unique presence in Louisiana. It provides historical context on political tensions around immigration and nativism, designed for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the book addresses complex political themes and historical conflicts in accessible language.