The story of the Little Bighorn

R. Conrad Stein

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The story of the Little Bighorn

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by R. Conrad Stein

Cornerstones of Freedom

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

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.

Themes

HistoricalWar & ConflictNative American HistoryCourageFamily

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include realistic violence, physical danger, war & conflict. 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

Realistic Violence Physical Danger War & Conflict Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

30 pages
3,846 words
26m read-aloud
ISBN
0516046632
Pages
30
Publisher
Children's Press(CT)
Published
1983
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
3,846
Read-Aloud
~26 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Sitting Bull, 1834?-1890Custer, George Armstrong, 1839-1876Little Bighorn, Battle of The, Mont., 1876Dakota IndiansWars, 1876Indians of North AmericaWars

People

George A. Custer (1839-1876)Sitting Bull (1834?-1890)George Armstrong Custer (1839-1876)Sitting Bull (1831-1890)