Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
6.0
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
2473
Points per Word
0.000202
Page Count
32
Points per Page
0.015625
Description
This biography profiles the life of Andrew Carnegie, his contributions to the steel industry, and his philanthropy.
Quick Summary
This isn't just a biography, it's the ultimate underdog story: a poor Scottish immigrant kid who worked in a cotton factory and grew up to control the steel that built America. Kids will love seeing how Carnegie turned raw iron into the skyscrapers and railroads that changed the country forever, complete with dramatic business battles, factory secrets, and a fortune that let him give away millions to build libraries. If your kid loves true stories about ambitious people who changed the world, they'll devour this. Perfect for kids in grades 4-6 who enjoy history, business, or inspiring success stories.