Stealing Little Moon : the Legacy of American Indian Residential Schools
Dan SaSuWeh Jones
Stealing Little Moon : the Legacy of American Indian Residential Schools
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Legacy of American Indian Residential Schools
by Dan SaSuWeh Jones
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Little Moon was only four when she was taken from her family and sent to a boarding school designed to erase her Ponca heritage and force her to live by white society's rules. Spanning four generations, this story reveals the struggles and resilience of Indigenous children who endured these schools while honoring their culture and strength. Through personal family history and voices of survivors, the lasting impact of this painful chapter in American history is brought to life.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, divorce & family change, racial discrimination. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781338889475
- Publisher
- Scholastic Focus
- Published
- 2024
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 51,644
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 44m