Promising the moon
by Stephen Krensky
Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 5-8
The text is written at a 4th 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
In 1830s New York, two young newsboys sell newspapers filled with exciting tales about amazing creatures and buildings spotted on the moon through a magical telescope. Their adventure sparks curiosity and wonder as they share these incredible stories with the city. This imaginative tale is inspired by a real event that captivated readers long ago.
Representation & Themes
FriendshipAdventureHistoricalHumor
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
- 9780761351108
- Pages
- 44
- Publisher
- Carolrhoda Books
- Published
- 2011
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,690
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Newspaper vendors -- FictionNewspapers -- FictionHoaxes -- FictionNew York (N.Y.) -- History -- 1775-1865 -- FictionFictionHoaxes in fictionNewspapersNewspaper vendorsNewspaper vendors in fictionNewspapers in fictionHoaxesHistoryChildren's fictionNewspapers, fictionCrime, fictionNew york (n.y.), history, fiction
Places
New York (N.Y.)