Hawaiian Values
Susan Entz
Hawaiian Values
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Teacher's Curriculum Guide
by Susan Entz
Illustrated by Bruce Hale
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
Hawaiian legends aren’t just old stories—they’re powerful lessons that can change the way you see the world. These tales show how kindness, courage, and respect can make a big difference every day. Discover why these ancient values still matter more than ever!
Themes
Quick Assessment
Hawaiian Values introduces young readers to timeless lessons through retellings of ancient Hawaiian legends. Designed for early readers aged 5 to 8, the book combines engaging storytelling with universal themes such as kindness, courage, and respect. It also includes ready-to-color illustrations and a teacher’s guide, making it a valuable resource for character education.
Why we rated Hawaiian Values 8C
Hawaiian Values is written at a Level 3 reading level across 78 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Hawaiian Values works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate Hawaiian Values as 8C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Hawaiian Values explores legends, myths, & fables, friendship, family, and character education — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about legends, myths, & fables, friendship, family.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781573060936
- Pages
- 78
- Publisher
- Bess PressInc
- Published
- November 30, 1999
- Type
- Fiction