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Daniel Boone

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Overview & Summary

This Newbery Medal-winning biography traces the life of frontiersman Daniel Boone, from his early explorations of the Kentucky wilderness through his role in opening the Cumberland Gap and establishing settlements on the American frontier. James Daugherty's illustrated account presents Boone as a larger-than-life pioneer figure central to the mythology of westward American expansion.

Available Formats

  • 📖Hardcover
  • 📖Paperback

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Who This Book Is For

A great pick for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.

Grade LevelMiddle (6-8)
Lexile ComplexityMiddle School (800L - 1100L)

Why CE Recommends This Book

Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.

Academic & Admissions Takeaways
Grade & Readiness: Aligned for Middle (6-8).
Lexile Complexity: Targeted for Middle School (800L - 1100L).
Subject Alignment: Enhances historical understanding and essay writing in History.
Reading Goal: Lexile growth, classroom discussion readiness & essay depth.