When Johnny went marching

G. Clifton Wisler

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When Johnny went marching

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by G. Clifton Wisler

Reading Level 8-9 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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.

Themes

HistoricalWar & ConflictComing of AgeCourageUnited States History

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 8-9 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include child soldiers, war & conflict, emotional: loss & grief. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

116 pages
18,548 words
2h 4m read-aloud
ISBN
0688165370
Pages
116
Publisher
Harper Collins
Published
2001
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
18,548
Read-Aloud
~2h 4m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Child SoldiersUnited States19th CenturyCivil War, 1861-1865Participation, JuvenileChildren