United States History

Holt Mcdougal

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United States History

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Modern America

by Holt Mcdougal

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

History isn't just about dates and facts—it's the story of how America grew and changed through time. This book reveals surprising connections between early settlers and the modern world we live in today. Understanding these moments helps us see why history still shapes us now.

Themes

History - United StatesJuvenile NonfictionComing of AgeEducational

Quick Assessment

This nonfiction book offers a comprehensive overview of United States history designed for middle to high school students, focusing on bridging early American history with modern times. It is appropriate for ages 13 to 18 and supports curriculum needs for contemporary history courses without graphic content or mature themes. The material is educational and suitable for young adult readers interested in understanding the development of the United States.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780132026147
Publisher
Prentice Hall
Published
February 28, 2007
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

United States/General