Heroes Like Us : Two Stories
Onjali Q. Raúf
Heroes Like Us : Two Stories
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Day We Met the Queen; The Great Food Bank Heist
by Onjali Q. Raúf
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Did you know heroes don’t always wear capes? Ten-year-old Ahmet and his friends prove that standing up for what’s right can make you the most famous heroes in the world. But when a trip to meet the Queen gets interrupted and a sneaky thief threatens the food bank, their courage—and clever plans—are needed more than ever!
Themes
Quick Assessment
This collection features two engaging stories about friendship, courage, and standing up against injustice, perfect for readers aged 9 to 12. The tales explore themes of bullying, poverty, and social responsibility through relatable middle-grade characters. Parents should note the stories include mild tension and address real-world social issues with sensitivity and hope.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MS — Moderate — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780593488195
- Pages
- 176
- Publisher
- Delacorte Press
- Published
- Nov 15, 2022
- Type
- Fiction