Helen Keller's Teacher

Margaret Davidson

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Helen Keller's Teacher

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Margaret Davidson

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Annie Sullivan presses her hand firmly into Helen's, teaching her the secret language of touch. Darkness and silence surround them, but a spark of understanding lights up Helen's eyes. Suddenly, everything changes — but what will it mean for both their lives?

Themes

HistoricalBiographyDisability RepresentationFriendshipPerseveranceEducation

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction introduces readers to Annie Sullivan, the devoted teacher of Helen Keller. It explores Annie's challenging childhood and her pivotal role in helping Helen, who was deaf and blind, communicate with the world. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book gently addresses themes of perseverance and education without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

153 pages
ISBN
9780590419338
Pages
153
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
March 1992
Type
Fiction

Subjects

1866-19361880-1968Keller, Helen,Sullivan, Annie,