Cover of Hands around the library

Hands around the library

by Susan L. Roth

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 5th 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

When a beloved library faces threat, a crowd of students and workers link hands around its walls to shield it from harm. Their united voices echo with love and hope, showing how books and community can inspire courage and protect culture. This vivid tale celebrates the power of standing together for knowledge and freedom.

Representation & Themes

LibrariesProtectionCultural PropertySocial JusticeCommunity

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Social: War & Conflict
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9780803737471
Pages
30
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2012
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,221

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

LibrariesProtectionCultural propertyDestruction and pillageAliksāndrīnā (Library)Juvenile literatureHistory