The long silk strand
by Laura E. Williams
Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2)
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
A little girl finds a magical silk thread stretching down from the sky and bravely climbs it to reunite with her grandmother in a wondrous place above. Together, they share stories and love that bridge the gap between worlds. This gentle tale blends Japanese folklore with themes of family and connection beyond time.
Representation & Themes
MulticulturalGrandmotherFamilyFantasy World-Building
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — Mild Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Death
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 1563972360
- Pages
- 40
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 869
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction
Subjects
Grandmothers -- FictionDeath -- FictionJapan -- Fiction