Just Like Me

Yaba Baker

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Just Like Me

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

How African American Inventions Changed America

by Yaba Baker

Illustrated by Leslie Quill

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd 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

African American inventors have changed the world in ways you might not know—like creating things you use every day! Discover the amazing inventions that shape your life and see why these stories matter to everyone.

Themes

African American HistoryActivity BooksEarly LearningDiversity and Inclusion

Quick Assessment

This early-reader coloring book introduces children ages 5-8 to important African American inventors and their contributions to American history. It combines engaging facts with interactive coloring activities to teach inclusion and innovation in an age-appropriate way. The content is gentle and inspiring, suitable for young readers learning about diversity and history.

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

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
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

42 pages
ISBN
9781928889007
Pages
42
Publisher
DBW Incorporated
Published
February 1, 1996
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

African American inventors

Subjects

Activity BooksColoring BooksEthnicAfrican AmericanUnited States/GeneralPeople & PlacesUnited StatesAfrican-AmericanColoring & Design Books