The next America

Harrington, Michael

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The next America

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Decline and Rise of the United States

by Harrington, Michael

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp clang of factories echoes through the streets, mixing with the buzz of new ideas and restless voices. America is changing fast, with old ways fading and new dreams rising. Can the next America hold together, or will its future be torn apart?

Themes

RadicalismSocial ConditionsPolitics and GovernmentHistorical

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the economic and social transformations in America over two decades, focusing on political and social challenges such as radicalism and shifting social conditions. Suitable for ages 9-12, it tackles complex historical themes with moderate intensity but remains accessible for this age group. Parents should note the book includes discussions of political change and social tensions reflective of the post-1945 United States.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Political Conflict Social Change
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
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

154 pages
ISBN
9780030574689
Pages
154
Publisher
New York : Holt, Rinehart, and Winston
Published
1981
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

RadicalismUnited StatesSocial Conditions1945-Politics and Government1945-1989United States, History, 1945-

Places

United States