Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
3.9
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
1177
Points per Word
0.000425
Page Count
24
Points per Page
0.020833
Description
The graphic novel "The Battle of the Alamo" by Gary Jeffrey depicts the 1836 siege of the Alamo in a format suited for middle-grade readers. The story follows the Texan defenders, including Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie, and William B. Travis, as they confront General Santa Anna's Mexican army. It narrates the day-long fight and the final assault that led to the death of every defender. Through illustrated panels, the book provides historical context about the Texas Revolution and the lasting significance of the Alamo in United States history.