Mola designs

Frederick W. Shaffer

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Mola designs

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

45 authentic Indian designs from Panama

by Frederick W. Shaffer

Reading Level 2 7C 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

Did you know there's a special kind of art made by Cuna women in Panama, hidden in beautiful cloth patterns? These designs tell stories with shapes and colors that seem to come to life—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

MulticulturalArtPatternsCultural Heritage

Quick Assessment

This book introduces early readers to the unique art of mola designs, traditional reverse appliqué patterns created by Cuna women from Panama. With simple text and black-and-white illustrations, it offers a culturally rich glimpse into textile art suitable for children ages 5 to 8. There are no intense themes or content concerns, making it an excellent educational resource.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
ISBN
9780486242897
Pages
48
Publisher
Courier Corporation
Published
1985
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

AppliquéPanamaPatternsMolasCuna Textile FabricsIndian Textile FabricsColoring BooksTextile Industry and FabricsIndians of Central AmericaAppliquéPatchworkDecoration and Ornament, Mexico

Places

Panama