The honest-to-goodness truth
by Patricia McKissack
Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 5-8
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Libby believes in always telling the truth, but when her honesty starts upsetting her friends and classmates, she learns that being truthful can be tricky. Navigating the challenges of honesty, Libby discovers that the way you say things matters just as much as speaking the truth. This heartfelt tale explores the balance between honesty and kindness in everyday life.
Representation & Themes
HonestyConduct of lifeAfrican AmericansFriendshipComing of Age
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0689826680
- Pages
- 40
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,468
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Honesty -- Fiction.Conduct of life -- Fiction.African Americans -- Fiction.