Cover of The can man

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

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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