The race to the south pole

Ryan Nagelhout

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The race to the south pole

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ryan Nagelhout

Reading Level 2 Unrated Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

In 1911, two teams headed to the southernmost point on Earth: the South Pole. No one had ever been there before, and at the end of the race, not everyone would live to tell the tale. Readers go exploring with Norwegian adventurer Roald Amundsen and his team as they head south in competition with English explorer Robert Scott. Details of their adventures, full-color photographs, and the description of the impact of their perilous journey show readers what is possible with training, will, and courage.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 2 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Theme Richness
1
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
4

Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9781482420432
Pages
32
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Published
2015
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Discovery and ExplorationTravelAmundsen, Roald, 1872-1928AmundsenRoald1872-1928Scott, Robert Falcon, 1868-1912ScottRobert Falcon1868-1912Shackleton, Ernest Henry, Sir, 1874-1922AntarcticaSouth Pole

People

Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)Ernest Henry Shackleton Sir (1874-1922)

Places

AntarcticaSouth Pole