Midnight

Stephanie Perkal

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Midnight

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Cinderella Alphabet

by Stephanie Perkal

Illustrated by Spencer Alston Bartsch

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

The text is written at a 1st 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

What if every letter of the alphabet opened a new door to a magical Cinderella story? Imagine traveling the world with a grandmother as she shares these enchanting tales that are both familiar and surprising. But can you guess how each version will end?

Themes

Fairy talesFolklore/MythologyMulticulturalFamilyLiterature

Quick Assessment

This early reader book uses an alphabetical format to introduce young children to various global versions of the Cinderella fairy tale. Suitable for ages 5 to 8, it combines cultural storytelling with simple vocabulary to engage emerging readers. The gentle themes and familiar narrative make it an excellent choice for early literacy and multicultural appreciation.

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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
1
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9781885008053
Pages
32
Publisher
Shens Books
Published
January 1997
Type
Fiction

Genres

Cinderella (Tale)

Subjects

Fairy TalesCinderellaLiterature: Folklore/MythologyFamilyMultigenerationalConceptsAlphabetEnglish LanguageFolkloreFairy Tales, AdaptationsAlphabet Books