Malaika’s Surprise
by Nadia L. Hohn
Reading Level 2-3 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 5-8
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
Malaika feels unsure when she learns her family will soon grow with a new baby, worrying she might be forgotten. As she enjoys sunny days playing carnival with her sister and makes a new friend at school, a special birthday surprise helps her see how much love fills her family. This joyful story celebrates family bonds and new beginnings with vibrant illustrations and a touch of Caribbean culture.
Representation & Themes
MulticulturalFamilyFriendshipComing of Age
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
Details
- ISBN
- 9781773062648
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Groundwood Books
- Published
- Mar 02, 2021
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 860
- Language
- AR
Genres
Juvenile Fiction