The little island
(Caldecott Medal Winner)
by Jean Little
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
A tiny island sits quietly in the vast ocean, welcoming a playful kitten who explores its wonders. Through changing seasons, the island reveals its many surprises, showing how every small part of nature is special and connected. This gentle tale invites young readers to discover the beauty and magic all around them.
Representation & Themes
NatureSeasonsAnimalsAdventure
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
- 044040830X
- Publisher
- National Geographic Books
- Published
- 1993
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 721
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Islands -- Juvenile fictionSeasons -- Juvenile fictionsailingJuvenile fictionFictionCaldecott MedalCaldecott medal booksSeasonsIslandsoceanFantasyWildlifecollectionID:caldecott40Children's fictionIslands, fictionMaine, fictionAdventure and adventurers, fictionaward:Caldecott_awardlexile:590lexile_range:501-600age:min:2age:max:6grade:min:Preschoolgrade:max:2