The story of the Little Bighorn
by R. Conrad Stein
Cornerstones of Freedom
Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 9-12
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
Experience the dramatic clash between the Sioux warriors led by Sitting Bull and the U.S. cavalry under Custer at the historic Battle of the Little Bighorn. This gripping tale captures the courage and conflict of a pivotal moment in American history that changed the lives of many. Discover the bravery and challenges faced by both sides during this intense encounter.
Representation & Themes
HistoricalWar & ConflictNative American HistoryCourageFamily
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
Realistic Violence Physical Danger War & Conflict Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 0516046632
- Pages
- 30
- Publisher
- Children's Press(CT)
- Published
- 1983
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 3,846
Genres
History
Subjects
Sitting Bull, 1834?-1890Custer, George Armstrong, 1839-1876Little Bighorn, Battle of the, Mont., 1876 -- Juvenile literatureLittle Bighorn, Battle of the, Mont., 1876Dakota Indians -- Wars, 1876Indians of North America -- WarsJuvenile literatureIndians of North AmericaDakota IndiansWarsWars, 1876
People
George A. Custer (1839-1876)Sitting Bull (1834?-1890)George Armstrong Custer (1839-1876)Sitting Bull (1831-1890)