Irish Penny
by Sharon E Mckay
Our Canadian Girl
Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2)
Ages 9-12
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
Penny navigates the challenges of starting at a new private school where classmates tease her about her family's Irish roots, all while worrying about her Uncle Robert, who is fighting far away in France. As she faces teasing and uncertainty, Penny discovers her own strength and courage in a time of hardship. This story explores friendship, family bonds, and growing up amid difficult times.
Representation & Themes
FamilyFriendshipComing of AgeHistorical
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — Mild Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Fear & Anxiety Bullying War & Conflict
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 0143014641
- Publisher
- Penguin Canada
- Published
- 2003-09-02
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 14,991