Legends of the Yosemite Miwok
Frank R. LaPena
Legends of the Yosemite Miwok
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Frank R. LaPena
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
Have you ever wondered what secrets the ancient Yosemite Miwok people might share? Step into a world where animals talk, spirits roam, and timeless legends come alive under towering trees. What mysteries will unfold as these stories whisper through the mountains?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers illustrated retellings of eighteen traditional legends from the Yosemite Miwok, a Native American people of California. Suitable for children aged 9-12, it provides cultural insights through engaging stories rooted in indigenous heritage. Parents should note that the book focuses on folklore without content concerns, making it an enriching literary collection for middle-grade readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781597140737
- Pages
- 108
- Publisher
- Yosemite Conservancy
- Published
- February 1, 2008
- Type
- Fiction