The Salem witch trials

Edward F. Dolan

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The Salem witch trials

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Edward F. Dolan

Kaleidoscope (Marshall Cavendish)

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

Step back in time to 17th century Massachusetts where suspicion and fear spark a series of dramatic trials accusing neighbors of witchcraft. Discover how these events unfold and the impact they have on the community during this intense chapter of history. This story brings to life the challenges and tensions of a town gripped by uncertainty and accusation.

Themes

HistoryTrialsSocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include animal abuse, fear & anxiety, historical. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

Animal Abuse Fear & Anxiety Historical
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
1,859 words
12m read-aloud
ISBN
0761413022
Pages
48
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Published
2002
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,859
Read-Aloud
~12 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

TrialsMassachusettsSalem17th CenturyWitchcraft