What reading level is My canary yellow star?

My canary yellow star by Eva Wiseman is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is My canary yellow star appropriate for?

My canary yellow star is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is My canary yellow star?

My canary yellow star is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does My canary yellow star have any content warnings?

My canary yellow star has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is My canary yellow star?

My canary yellow star by Eva Wiseman is 232 pages.

My canary yellow star

Eva Wiseman

My canary yellow star

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Eva Wiseman

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Raoul Wallenberg was no ordinary hero—he saved up to 100,000 lives during one of history’s darkest times. Imagine living in a city where your school closes and your family’s home is taken away, but a brave diplomat’s courage could be the difference between life and death. Marta’s story shows how hope can shine even in the darkest moments.

Themes

HistoricalWar & ConflictFamilyCourageComing of Age Social Justice

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction tells the story of Raoul Wallenberg’s heroic efforts to save Jewish families in Budapest during World War II, seen through the eyes of young Marta. It explores themes of war, loss, and hope, providing an age-appropriate introduction to the Holocaust’s impact on children. Parents should note the depiction of war-related hardships and the realities of persecution, handled sensitively for readers aged 9-12.