These hands
Margaret H. Mason
These hands
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Margaret H. Mason
The text is written at a 2nd 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
A grandfather shares a powerful story with his grandson about the strength and struggles of his hands, which could create and build but once faced unfair rules at a bread factory. This heartfelt tale honors the courage of workers fighting for justice and the importance of standing up for what's right.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 2-3 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include racial discrimination. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780547215662
- Pages
- 37
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Published
- 2010
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 345
- Read-Aloud
- ~2 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy