What reading level is The red badge of courage?

The red badge of courage by Stephen Crane is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The red badge of courage appropriate for?

The red badge of courage is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Physical Danger, War & Conflict, Coming of Age.

What genre is The red badge of courage?

The red badge of courage is fiction — Juvenile Fiction. Part of the Great Illustrated Classics series.

Does The red badge of courage have any content warnings?

The red badge of courage has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Physical Danger, War & Conflict, Coming of Age. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The red badge of courage?

The red badge of courage by Stephen Crane is 238 pages (approximately 16,914 words).

The red badge of courage

Stephen Crane

The red badge of courage

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Stephen Crane

Great Illustrated Classics

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th 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

Amid the chaos of the 1863 Battle of Chancellorsville, a young Union soldier faces the terrifying realities of war and struggles with fear and courage. Through his journey, he discovers what it truly means to grow up and find inner strength in the midst of conflict. This powerful tale captures the emotional challenges and bravery of a soldier's coming of age during the Civil War.

Themes

Coming of AgeWarHistorical Family

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, physical danger, war & conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.