The Cuban Americans

Renèe Gernand

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The Cuban Americans

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Renèe Gernand

Reading Level 4-5 9LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The sun beats down as families pack their bags, hearts full of hope and uncertainty. Boats are ready to sail, carrying dreams of a new life across the ocean. But what challenges await once they reach a strange new land?

Themes

ImmigrationCultural IdentityFamilyHistoryMulticultural

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores the history, culture, and religion of Cuban Americans, focusing on their immigration journey and adaptation in North America. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers insight into cultural identity and the immigrant experience without intense conflict. The book provides educational value on multicultural themes with age-appropriate content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

120 pages
ISBN
0877548692
Pages
120
Publisher
Chelsea House Publications
Published
1988
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Cuban AmericansImmigrants_juvenile LiteratureUnited States_emigration And ImmigrationUnited States_emigration And Immigration_juvenile Literature