Joshua Chamberlain and the American Civil War
by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
American Heroes (Hyperion)
Reading Level 7-8 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 7th 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
Discover the remarkable journey of Joshua Chamberlain, a courageous leader from Maine who fought bravely in the American Civil War. Despite facing many injuries, his determination and leadership in over twenty battles made him a true hero for the Union. Experience the thrilling challenges and unwavering spirit of a man who never gave up on his cause.
Representation & Themes
Biography & AutobiographyHistoricalAction & AdventureComing of AgeFamily
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
Physical Danger War & Conflict Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 9781423107712
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Hyperion Books for Children
- Published
- September 25, 2007
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 5,921
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Action & Adventure - GeneralBiography & Autobiography - HistoricalHistory - United States/Civil WarJuvenile Fiction / Action & AdventureJuvenile Fiction / GeneralJuvenile NonfictionChildren's Books/Ages 9-12 BiographyChildren's Books/Ages 9-12 FictionBiographyCivil War, 1861-1865GeneralsHistoryUnited StatesChildren: Grades 3-4