Walter Raleigh

Susan Korman

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Walter Raleigh

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

English Explorer and Author

by Susan Korman

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if you could sail across the ocean with a brave explorer who worked for Queen Elizabeth I? Imagine discovering new lands and facing exciting adventures on the high seas. But can Walter Raleigh help start a whole new English colony in a strange and wild place?

Themes

ExplorersBiographyHistorical

Quick Assessment

This early reader biography introduces young children to Walter Raleigh, an English explorer who sailed for Queen Elizabeth I and helped sponsor the first English settlement in North America. Suitable for ages 5-8, the book combines simple language with historical facts to engage early readers. It provides a gentle introduction to exploration and history without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

80 pages
ISBN
0791059693
Pages
80
Publisher
Chelsea House Pub
Published
2001
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

ExplorersCourt and CourtiersRaleighWalterSir1552?-1618Raleigh, Walter, Sir, 1552?-1618United StatesColonial PeriodCa. 1600-1775United States, History, Colonial Period, Ca. 1600-1775

People

Walter Raleigh Sir (1552?-1618)

Places

Great Britain