Day I Saw My Father Cry
by Bill Cosby
Little Bill
Reading Level 3 Mild (Lvl 2)
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Little Bill faces the sadness of losing a friend, and his father offers a warm embrace to help him heal. Together, they share feelings and learn how love can bring comfort during tough times. This gentle story shows the strength found in family when coping with loss.
Representation & Themes
FamilyEmotional GrowthAfrican American ExperienceFather-Son Relationship
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — Mild Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Emotional: Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 0590521993
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Cartwheel Books
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,186
Genres
African Americans
Subjects
Children's fictionDeath, fictionAfrican americans, fictionConduct of life, fictionFathers, fictionDeathConduct of lifeFictionAfrican Americans