Oklahoma cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 6.8
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 4002
Points per Word 0.00025
Page Count 48
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

This book traces the history of Oklahoma, focusing on the ancient Clovis culture, nomadic Wichita tribes, European exploration, the creation of Indian Territory, white settlement during the Boomer Movement, and statehood in 1907.

Quick Summary

The book turns Oklahoma's history into a fast-paced journey through time, from ancient mammoth hunters to the dramatic land runs that shaped the state. Kids will love the stories of mysterious Clovis spear-makers, brave Wichita families, and the heart-pounding race for free land during the Boomer Movement. If your kid enjoys the quick, fact-filled history reads of the "Who Was" series or loves time-travel adventures like "Magic Tree House," they'll snap this up. Perfect for kids in grades 4-6 who want to discover the wild story behind their state in just a few sittings.