Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse
The Story of America's Lighthouses
by
Charlesbridge 2003
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- maritime safety
- heroism and bravery
- innovation and engineering
- public service
- navigation
- coastal history
- perseverance
- weather and the sea
About this book
An illustrated nonfiction history of American lighthouses that explains how beacons work, highlights the courage and daily duties of lighthouse keepers across the nation—from Maine to Texas to Alaska—and points readers to additional lighthouse resources.
Setting: United States coasts and Great Lakes, from the early days of lighthouse keeping to modern times
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse right for my child?
Yes — Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.3, which is typical for 6th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include maritime safety, heroism and bravery, innovation and engineering.
How long does it take to read Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse have an AR quiz?
Yes — Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse?
Safely to Shore: The Story of America's Lighthouse has an AR reading level of 6.3, which places it at a 6th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.