Lucy's cave
by Karen B. Winnick
Reading Level 3-4 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
When danger threatens her town during the Civil War, Lucy and her family find shelter in a dark cave alongside other neighbors. Inside this hidden refuge, Lucy discovers courage she didn't know she had and builds new friendships that help her face the challenges around her. This story gently shows how bravery and companionship can light up even the darkest places.
Representation & Themes
FearFriendshipHistoricalFamilyComing 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 Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 9781590781944
- Pages
- 44
- Published
- 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 2,462
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Fear -- FictionFriendship -- FictionUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Juvenile fictionUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- FictionVicksburg (Miss.) -- History -- Siege, 1863 -- Fiction