When Johnny went marching
by G. Clifton Wisler
Reading Level 8-9 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 8th 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 journeys of young boys who took on roles like drummers and medics during the Civil War, facing challenges far beyond their years. Through vivid stories and historic photographs, witness how these children contributed to a pivotal time in American history. Their bravery and struggles reveal a powerful glimpse into the realities of war through youthful eyes.
Representation & Themes
HistoricalWar & ConflictComing of AgeCourageUnited States History
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — Moderate Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Child Soldiers War & Conflict Emotional: Loss & Grief Physical/Safety: Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0688165370
- Pages
- 116
- Publisher
- Harper Collins
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 18,548
Genres
History
Subjects
Child soldiers -- United States -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile literature.Child soldiers.United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Participation, Juvenile -- Juvenile literature.United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Children -- Juvenile literature.United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865.