Very Bloody History of Britain
John Farman
Very Bloody History of Britain
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The First Bit!
by John Farman
The text is written at a 4th 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
What if history was full of wild stories, crazy characters, and shocking secrets? Imagine discovering why the Celts always got the best girls or who had their portrait painted after death. This hilarious and true tale of Britain’s past will flip everything you thought you knew — but can you handle the truth?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade nonfiction book offers a humorous and engaging look at British history from ancient times through World War II. It presents factually accurate information in a witty, accessible style that appeals to children ages 9-12. Parents should note the book uses humor and some graphic descriptions to explore historical events, making it best suited for readers comfortable with lively, sometimes irreverent storytelling.
Why we rated Very Bloody History of Britain 9MP
Very Bloody History of Britain is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 160 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Very Bloody History of Britain works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Very Bloody History of Britain as 9MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.
Thematically, Very Bloody History of Britain explores humor, historical, wit and humor, and adventure — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about humor, historical, wit and humor.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781782952596
- Pages
- 160
- Publisher
- Red Fox
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction