Dream Weaver

Jane Yolen

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Dream Weaver

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jane Yolen

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if you could buy a dream for just a penny? Imagine meeting the old blind Dream Weaver who creates magical dreams for everyone who passes by. But what happens when a dream goes beyond what anyone could imagine?

Themes

Fairy talesChildren's storiesShort storiesAmerican

Quick Assessment

Dream Weaver is a gentle collection of short fairy tales suitable for early readers ages 5-8. The stories center around the mysterious Dream Weaver who crafts dreams for various characters, blending American fairy tale traditions with imaginative storytelling. The book is light in content with no intense themes, making it appropriate for young children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

80 pages
ISBN
0399221522
Pages
80
Publisher
Philomel
Published
1989
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fairy TalesUnited StatesChildren's Stories, AmericanShort StoriesFantasy Fiction

Places

United States