The Brothers Promise

Frances Harber

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The Brothers Promise

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Frances Harber

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Yankel is a cheerful boy who enjoys playing music, while his brother Josef prefers quiet nights with his books. Together, they work on their farm, holding onto the special promise they made to their father to always look out for one another. When a harsh drought threatens their crops, the brothers must find a way to keep their vow and support each other through tough times.

Themes

FamilyPromisePerseveranceSibling RelationshipsFarmingEmotional Growth

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, family change, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Family Change Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

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1,068 words
7m read-aloud
ISBN
9780807509029
Publisher
Albert Whitman
Published
2009
Type
Fiction
Word Count
1,068
Read-Aloud
~7 min

Genres

Subjects

JewsSharingBrothers and SistersFantasy Fiction