The moral arc
Michael Shermer
The moral arc
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
How Science and Reason Lead Humanity Toward Truth, Justice, and Freedom
by Michael Shermer
The text is written at a 8th 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
Feel the crisp pages of history turning beneath your fingertips as the voices of great thinkers whisper secrets of science and justice. Imagine standing beside Galileo, Newton, and Martin Luther King Jr. as they use the power of reason to shape a kinder, fairer world. The journey through time reveals how curiosity and courage can light the path to a better tomorrow.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This nonfiction book explores how scientific thinking has influenced moral progress throughout history, highlighting key figures from Galileo to Martin Luther King Jr. It is suitable for middle-grade readers and introduces complex ideas about reason, justice, and societal change in an accessible way. Parents should note the book includes historical and philosophical concepts that may prompt thoughtful discussion.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LT — Light — ThematicLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780805096910
- Pages
- 541
- Publisher
- Macmillan
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Nonfiction