The Lewis and Clark Expedition (Essential Events Set 2)
Susan E. Hamen
The Lewis and Clark Expedition (Essential Events Set 2)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Susan E. Hamen
Essential Events; Essential Library
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Follow the incredible journey of Lewis and Clark as they explore the vast wilderness from Missouri all the way to the Pacific Coast in the early 1800s. Discover the challenges they faced and the new lands they encountered on this historic adventure that shaped America.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781604530483
- Pages
- 112
- Published
- January 2008
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 14,929
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 40m
- Text Density
- Light Text