A picture book of Passover
David A. Adler
A picture book of Passover
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by David A. Adler
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
What if you could travel back in time to a world where a brave group of people fought for their freedom? Imagine the excitement and mystery as you discover the secrets behind a special holiday called Passover. But what challenges will they face on this incredible journey to liberty?
Quick Assessment
This picture book introduces young readers to the story of Passover, explaining the historical events that led to the liberation of the children of Israel from slavery in Egypt. It also highlights important Passover traditions and customs in an accessible way for ages 5 to 8. The book gently combines storytelling with cultural education, making it suitable for early readers.
Why we rated A picture book of Passover 7C
A picture book of Passover is written at a Level 2 reading level across 32 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A picture book of Passover works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate A picture book of Passover as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, A picture book of Passover explores family, historical, and multicultural — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about family, historical, multicultural.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780590404495
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 1987
- Type
- Nonfiction