Kami and the Yaks

Andrea Stenn Stryer

Cover of Kami and the Yaks

Kami and the Yaks

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Andrea Stenn Stryer

Illustrated by Bert Dodson

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Kami, a brave young Sherpa boy who is deaf, ventures deep into the towering Himalayas to search for his family's lost yaks. Along the way, he discovers the strength within himself and the beauty of the mountains. This heartwarming tale celebrates courage, determination, and the special bond between a boy and his animals.

Themes

AdventureAnimalsDisability RepresentationPeople & Places - AsiaFamily

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, disability representation. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Disability Representation
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
1,436 words
10m read-aloud
ISBN
9780977896103
Pages
48
Publisher
Bay Otter Press
Published
April 1, 2007
Type
Fiction
Word Count
1,436
Read-Aloud
~10 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

People & PlacesAsiaSocial IssuesSpecial NeedsSocial SituationsAnimalsHimalaya MountainsSherpaDeaf ChildrenDeafFathers and SonsPeople With DisabilitiesYak