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William Bradford

by Gary D. Schmidt

Reading Level 8 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+

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

William Bradford leaves behind his comfortable life in England to journey across the ocean aboard the Mayflower, seeking a place where he and his fellow Pilgrims can practice their faith freely. Facing a mysterious and challenging new world, he works tirelessly to build a community based on fairness and cooperation with both settlers and Native Americans. His story captures the courage and hope of those striving to create a new beginning.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalComing of AgeFamilySocial Justice

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0802851487
Pages
200
Published
1999
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
43,459

Genres

Massachusetts

Subjects

Bradford, William, 1590-1657 -- Juvenile literature.Pilgrims (New Plymouth Colony) -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Massachusetts -- History -- New Plymouth, 1620-1691 -- Juvenile literature.Plymouth (Mass.) -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.