Women heroes of the American Revolution

Susan Casey

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Women heroes of the American Revolution

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

20 Stories of Espionage, Sabotage, Defiance, and Rescue

by Susan Casey

Reading Level 10 14LE Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 10th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Who were the brave women behind the scenes of the American Revolution? Imagine spies, soldiers, nurses, and couriers—all risking everything to help change history. Their stories reveal courage and secrets that might surprise you, but what did it really take to be a hero?

Themes

WomenFemale ParticipationHistoryJuvenile literature

Quick Assessment

This book presents biographical profiles of 20 girls and women who played critical roles during the American Revolution, including spies, soldiers, and nurses. Designed for middle-grade readers, it offers a fresh perspective supported by historian interviews and primary source excerpts. The content is appropriate for ages 9-12, providing historical context without graphic detail.

For Parents

Content Intensity

14LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: high

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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
8
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

226 pages
ISBN
9781613745830
Pages
226
Publisher
Chicago Review Press, Incorporated
Published
2015
Type
Nonfiction
Lexile
1300L

Genres

Subjects

WomenFemale ParticipationBiography & AutobiographyMilitary & WarsWomen, United States

Places

United States