Times of the Romans
Gilles Feyel
Times of the Romans
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gilles Feyel
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
The streets of ancient Rome buzz with excitement as chariots race past and citizens prepare for a grand festival. Suddenly, a distant roar shakes the ground—what could it mean for the city? The adventure is just beginning, and danger lurks nearby.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader introduces young children to the fascinating history of the Roman Empire, from its beginnings to the dramatic final moments of Pompeii. The book uses engaging storytelling to simplify complex historical events suitable for ages 5-8. It contains mild peril related to volcanic eruption but remains appropriate for early elementary readers.
Why we rated Times of the Romans 8LP
Times of the Romans is written at a Level 3 reading level across 60 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Times of the Romans works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate Times of the Romans as 8LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Times of the Romans explores history, ancient rome, social life and customs, and adventure — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about history, ancient rome, social life and customs.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0247130362
- Pages
- 60
- Publisher
- Hart-Davis
- Published
- 1981
- Type
- Fiction