What Is the Civil Rights Movement?
Sherri L. Smith
What Is the Civil Rights Movement?
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sherri L. Smith
The text is written at a 5th 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
Explore the courageous fight of African Americans as they challenged segregation and demanded equality during the civil rights movement. Through vivid stories and powerful firsthand accounts, discover how ordinary people stood up against injustice and changed history. Filled with captivating illustrations and photographs, this book brings a pivotal era to life for young readers.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include racial discrimination, fear & anxiety, physical danger. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781524792305
- Pages
- 112
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- Dec 29, 2020
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 7,832
- Read-Aloud
- ~52 min
- Text Density
- Light Text