Cover of My little car

My little car

by Gary Soto

Reading Level 2-3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Teresa is excited to ride her bright, pedal-powered lowrider gifted by her grandpa. But when she stops taking care of it, the car starts to lose its sparkle. She learns the importance of responsibility and looking after the things she loves.

Representation & Themes

FamilyResponsibilityToysAutomobilesGrandparents

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0399232206
Pages
38
Publisher
Putnam Publishing Group
Published
2006
Type
Fiction
Word Count
761

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Lowriders -- FictionResponsibility -- FictionAutomobiles -- FictionToys -- FictionGrandfathers -- FictionMexican Americans -- FictionAutomobilesFictionGrandfathersLowridersMexican AmericansResponsibilityToysAutomobiles, fictionMexican americans, fictionChildren's fictionGrandparents, fiction