The Tree of Appomattox

Joseph A. Altsheler

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The Tree of Appomattox

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Joseph A. Altsheler

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The sweet scent of ripe apples fills the warm afternoon air, their red skin glowing in the sunlight. Beneath the sprawling branches of the grand apple tree, a young officer stands, his uniform crisp but his heart full of youthful hope and courage. This tree, heavy with fruit, holds stories of adventure and bravery that will echo through time.

Themes

Quick Assessment

Set during a pivotal moment in American history, this young adult adventure follows a youthful officer whose courage and spirit are as vibrant as the apple tree that stands at the story's center. Suitable for readers aged 13 to 18, the book explores themes of bravery and historical change through accessible language and exciting action. Parents can expect a story rich in historical context with an emphasis on character growth and adventure.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

192 pages
ISBN
9781406816938
Pages
192
Publisher
Echo Library
Published
March 1, 2007
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Adventure StoriesAction & AdventureCivil War, 1861-1865Classic Literature

Places

United States