Cover of The middle passage and the revolt on the Amistad

The middle passage and the revolt on the Amistad

by Susan K. Baumann

Jr. Graphic African-American History; PowerKids Press

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Travel back in time to learn about the brave fight for freedom aboard the Amistad, where captured Africans stood up against unfair treatment during a difficult journey. This illustrated story brings history to life in a way that young readers will find exciting and easy to understand. Discover the courage and hope that sparked a powerful uprising on the high seas.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalHistorySlave InsurrectionsSocial Justice

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

Historical Violence Slavery Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
9781477713112
Pages
24
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Published
2014
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,662

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Slave tradeJuvenile literatureHistorySlave insurrectionsAmistad (Schooner)