The can man
by Laura E. Williams
Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1)
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
A young boy finds a clever way to make money by gathering empty cans, but when he meets a homeless man, his kind heart leads him to share what he has. This gentle story shows how small acts of generosity can make a big difference in a community. Bright illustrations bring warmth to this tale of kindness and empathy.
Representation & Themes
FriendshipFamilyKindnessCommunityHelping Others
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
- 9781600602665
- Published
- 2010
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,619
Genres
Charity