The Water Lady
by McGinty, Alice B.
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
Beneath the vast New Mexico sky, young Cody discovers his family's water barrels are empty, leaving animals thirsty and hopes low. Meanwhile, Darlene Arviso, a dedicated Navajo woman, balances driving a school bus with delivering thousands of gallons of water to families like Cody's, ensuring life flows on the reservation. This heartfelt story celebrates community strength and the spirit of giving.
Representation & Themes
MulticulturalFamilyCommunitySocial JusticeInspiration
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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
- 9780525645009
- Pages
- 44
- Published
- Mar 30, 2021
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,055
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction