Becoming little women
A Novel about Louisa May at Fruitlands
by Jeannine Atkins
Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2)
Ages 9-12
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
Experience a year in the life of a young Louisa May Alcott as she faces challenges and sacrifices while living with her family at the experimental Fruitlands farm. Through vivid diary snippets and colorful illustrations, discover how these moments shaped the beloved author of Little Women. This story brings history and family life to vibrant life for young readers.
Representation & Themes
FamilyHistoricalComing of Age
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — Mild Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0399236198
- Pages
- 202
- Publisher
- Putnam Juvenile
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 36,447
Genres
Children's literature
Subjects
Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888 -- Family -- Juvenile fictionAlcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888 -- Family -- FictionUtopias -- FictionFamily life -- Massachusetts -- FictionMassachusetts -- FictionFictionFamilyUtopiasJuvenile fictionFamily lifeChildren's fictionAlcott, louisa may, 1832-1888, fictionUtopias, fictionFamily, fiction
People
Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888)
Places
Massachusetts