Carina Felina

Carmen Agra Deedy

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Carina Felina

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carmen Agra Deedy

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Pepe the parrot is head over claws in love, but suddenly Carina Felina the cat gobbles him up whole! One by one, she swallows the villagers—a florista, a carretaro, a chivo, and more. Can the tiniest creatures stop the mighty cat before it's too late?

Themes

HumorFolkloreAdventureCommunityCourage

Quick Assessment

This humorous folktale set in Havana, Cuba, follows a mischievous cat named Carina Felina who swallows the villagers one by one. With colorful illustrations and playful storytelling, the book gently explores themes of bravery and cleverness for early readers aged 5-8. Parents should note the story includes mild peril but resolves positively with a focus on community and courage.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
ISBN
9781338749168
Pages
48
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Published
2023
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fairy Tales & FolkloreAdaptationsHumorous StoriesPeople & PlacesCaribbean & Latin America