Amazing Adventures of Abiola
Jeffrey J. Dean
Amazing Adventures of Abiola
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jeffrey J. Dean
Illustrated by Dwayne Ferguson
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
Did you know Abiola holds a secret treasure—a past filled with heroes and stories from Africa that no one at school has heard? As he discovers amazing tales about his heritage and the incredible people who came before him, he's ready to tell the world. But that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction follows Abiola, an African American boy who explores his rich African heritage and learns about notable African American figures. The story encourages cultural pride and sharing knowledge with peers, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12. It presents themes of identity and history in an accessible and positive way without intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo 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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Junior Black Americans of Achievement
Facts On File, Inc., Philip Koslow
Junior Black Americans of Achievement
Facts On File, Inc., Philip Koslow
Abdallah And The Donkey
Kos
Abdallah And The Donkey
Kos
The Amazing Journey
Gospel Light
The Amazing Journey
Gospel Light
African American Achievers Set
Chelsea House Publishers
African American Achievers Set
Chelsea House Publishers
African American Achievers Set (African-American Achievers)
Gina de Angelis
African American Achievers Set (African-American Achievers)
Gina de Angelis
Journey to Freedom: The African American Library, Set A (Journey to Freedom: the African American Library)
Childs World
Journey to Freedom: The African American Library, Set A (Journey to Freedom: the African American Library)
Childs World
Details
- ISBN
- 9780613840071
- Publisher
- Tandem Library
- Published
- January 1995
- Type
- Fiction