What reading level is An American dream?

An American dream by Stanford Makishi is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is An American dream appropriate for?

An American dream is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is An American dream?

An American dream is fiction — Emigration and immigration.

Does An American dream have any content warnings?

An American dream has a HootRating of 7LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is An American dream?

An American dream by Stanford Makishi is 22 pages.

An American dream

Stanford Makishi

An American dream

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Stanford Makishi

Reading Level 2 7LE Ages 5-8 Matched

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 would you do if you had a big dream but everything around you felt so different? Jiro Akamine arrives in America, full of hope and ready to start a new life. But can he find his place in a world that feels both exciting and strange?

Themes

Japanese AmericansJuvenile fictionHistoryEmigration and immigrationFamily Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This early reader book follows Jiro Akamine, a young Japanese American boy, as he navigates the challenges and hopes of immigration to America. Suitable for ages 5-8, it introduces themes of cultural identity and history in a gentle, accessible way without intense content. Parents can expect a heartwarming story about dreams and belonging.