Raimundo, the unwilling warrior
Mariana Beeching de Prieto
Raimundo, the unwilling warrior
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Mariana Beeching de Prieto
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Raimundo is no ordinary rooster—he’s a peaceful warrior in a world full of noise and fights. While others battle, Raimundo just wants to live quietly, but his friend Pepe has a secret plan that could change everything. Why does Raimundo’s peaceful heart matter more than winning?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader story features Raimundo, a gentle rooster caught in the harsh world of cockfighting. Through the eyes of his friend Pepe, the book explores themes of peace and compassion in an age-appropriate way for children ages 5 to 8. Parents should note the presence of cockfighting as a backdrop, handled sensitively without graphic violence.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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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
- 0817848215
- Pages
- 45
- Publisher
- Harvey House
- Published
- 1971
- Type
- Fiction