When marriage was in fashion

Ethel F Asfahl

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When marriage was in fashion

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Story of the Asfahl Dress

by Ethel F Asfahl

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 sewing machines hum as workers rush to finish the latest batch of children's clothes. Dust swirls outside the factory windows, and whispers of hard times drift through the air. Suddenly, a loud crash echoes from the workshop—what could it mean for the company and the families depending on it?

Themes

HistoricalFamilyAdventureComing of AgeChildren's Clothing Industry1929Oklahoma

Quick Assessment

Set in 1929 Oklahoma, this middle-grade novel explores the challenges faced by a children's clothing company during the Great Depression. It offers historical insights into the era while highlighting themes of resilience and community. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it includes mild references to economic hardship and family struggles.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Depressions Economic Hardship
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

149 pages
ISBN
9780945709008
Pages
149
Publisher
New Century Media Corp
Published
1988
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

1929Children's Clothing IndustryDepressionsOklahoma