What reading level is Up from slavery?

Up from slavery by Emily Hutchinson is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Up from slavery appropriate for?

Up from slavery is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Up from slavery?

Up from slavery is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Up from slavery have any content warnings?

Up from slavery has a HootRating of 8LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Up from slavery?

Up from slavery by Emily Hutchinson is 91 pages.

Up from slavery

Emily Hutchinson

Up from slavery

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Emily Hutchinson

Reading Level 3 8LE Ages 5-8 Matched

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

Have you ever wondered how someone can rise above the hardest challenges? Imagine a boy born into slavery who dreams of learning and helping others. What will it take for him to build a brighter future from the darkest past?

Themes

BiographyHistoryAfrican American HistoryEducationPerseverance

Quick Assessment

This early reader biography introduces young children to the inspiring life of Booker T. Washington, from his birth into slavery to his role in founding the Tuskegee Institute. Written at a grade 3 reading level and aimed at ages 5-8, the story gently explores themes of perseverance, education, and African American history. Parents should know it offers a hopeful, age-appropriate introduction to important historical topics without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Clear

Social

Light

Thematic

Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

91 pages

ISBN: 0130237035
Pages: 91
Publisher: Fearon
Published: 2001
Type: Nonfiction

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915Tuskegee InstituteAfrican AmericansSlavesUnited StatesEducatorsWashingtonBooker T1856-1915Slavery, United StatesSlaveryAfrican Americans, Biography

People

Booker T. Washington (1856-1915)

Places

United States