The best Christmas
by Jane B. Mason
Reading Level 4-5 Intense (Lvl 4)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Hattie faces a tough Christmas during the Depression, living on her aunts' farm while her father searches for work. Despite hardships and challenges, she discovers unexpected strength and hope amid difficult times. This story paints a vivid picture of family, resilience, and the true spirit of the holiday season.
Representation & Themes
FamilyComing of AgeHistoricalChristmasDepression EraFarm LifeResilience
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — Intense Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
Abandonment Child Abuse Bullying Injury Screaming Religious Themes Animal Death Gaslighting
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0439320704
- Pages
- 111
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 23,649
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Christmas -- Juvenile fictionDepressions -- 1929 -- FictionChristmas -- FictionAunts -- FictionFarm life -- Wisconsin -- FictionWisconsin -- History -- 20th century -- Fiction