What reading level is African Dance (World of Dance)?

African Dance (World of Dance) by Kariamu Welsh-Asante is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is African Dance (World of Dance) appropriate for?

African Dance (World of Dance) is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is African Dance (World of Dance)?

African Dance (World of Dance) is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does African Dance (World of Dance) have any content warnings?

African Dance (World of Dance) has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is African Dance (World of Dance)?

African Dance (World of Dance) by Kariamu Welsh-Asante is 112 pages.

African Dance (World of Dance)

Kariamu Welsh-Asante

African Dance (World of Dance)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kariamu Welsh-Asante

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Feel the steady beat of drums echoing through the air, the rhythm weaving stories with every step and sway. Across Africa, dance bursts alive in colorful movements that tell tales of joy, struggle, and tradition. Each dance invites you to discover a world where every motion holds meaning and heart.

Themes

Performing Arts - DancePeople & Places - AfricaThe Arts: General IssuesChildren's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction

Quick Assessment

African Dance explores the rich and diverse dance traditions across various regions of Africa, highlighting their cultural significance and historical context. Suitable for children ages 9-12, this nonfiction book blends vivid descriptions with educational insights, including how dance has survived and evolved through colonialism. It offers an engaging introduction to African performing arts without intense content.