An American face
by Jan M. Czech
Reading Level 3 Mild (Lvl 2)
Ages 5-8
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Jessie, a boy adopted from Korea, eagerly looks forward to becoming an American citizen and imagines how it might change how people see him. Through his journey, he learns about identity, belonging, and what it truly means to have an American face. This heartfelt story explores family, adoption, and self-discovery.
Representation & Themes
MulticulturalAdoption & Foster CareFamilyComing of Age
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — Mild Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Identity & Self-Discovery Adoption & Foster Care
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0878687181
- Pages
- 32
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,166
Genres
Family & Relationships
Subjects
Korean Americans -- Juvenile fiction.Korean Americans -- Fiction.Interracial adoption -- Fiction.Intercountry adoption -- Fiction.Adoption -- Fiction.