What reading level is World History?

World History by Peter N. Stearns is at a Level 8 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is World History appropriate for?

World History is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Complex Vocabulary.

What genre is World History?

World History is nonfiction — History.

Does World History have any content warnings?

World History has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Complex Vocabulary. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is World History?

World History by Peter N. Stearns is 1243 pages.

World History

Peter N. Stearns

World History

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Ancient, Medieval, and Modern, Chronologically Arranged

by Peter N. Stearns

Reading Level 8 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Hear the distant echoes of ancient battles and the bustling markets of long-lost civilizations. Feel the weight of countless stories unfolding across continents and centuries, each with its own sights, sounds, and secrets. History isn’t just about dates—it’s the story of us all, woven together in a tapestry that shapes who we are today.

Themes

History - AncientJuvenile NonfictionSocial & Cultural Developments

Quick Assessment

This comprehensive world history book offers a detailed, chronological overview suitable for teens aged 13 to 18. It includes over twenty thousand entries, maps, and cultural insights, providing a broad understanding of global social and historical developments. While it is nonfiction, its extensive coverage and complexity make it best suited for mature middle and high school readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Complex Vocabulary

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Peter N. Stearns

Level 8 Gentle

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Details

Book Length

1,243 pages

ISBN: 9780030941252
Pages: 1,243
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published: April 30, 2007
Type: Nonfiction

Genres

History

Subjects

Ancient