The Happy Prince
by Oscar Wilde
Creative Short Stories
Reading Level 6-7 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 13+
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
A dazzling statue of a prince and a small swallow form an unlikely friendship as they share their treasures to bring hope and happiness to those in need. Their selfless acts illuminate the city, proving that kindness can shine brighter than gold. Together, they teach a timeless lesson about compassion and sacrifice.
Representation & Themes
FriendshipCompassionFairy TalesSocial Justice
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
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Details
- ISBN
- 0871919249
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Creative Education
- Published
- 1983
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 3,478
Subjects
Children's stories, English.Fairy tales.Fairy talesLarge type booksChildren's fictionHumourContesShort storiesChildren's stories, EnglishChildren's short storiesFictionClassic LiteratureEnglish Fantasy fictionConstancyJuvenile fictionKindnessStatuesLittérature irlandaiseFairt talesGenerosityHappinessKings and rulersSwallowsPovertyDeathWealthBilingual booksReadersEnglish languageStudy and teachingChinese speakers
Places
Ireland