What reading level is A Father's Promise?

A Father's Promise by Donna L. Hess is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A Father's Promise appropriate for?

A Father's Promise is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Intense" (4/5). Content flags: War & Conflict, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief, Religious Themes, Physical Danger.

What genre is A Father's Promise?

A Father's Promise is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does A Father's Promise have any content warnings?

A Father's Promise has a content intensity rating of "Intense" (4/5). Content flags include: War & Conflict, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief, Religious Themes, Physical Danger. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A Father's Promise?

A Father's Promise by Donna L. Hess is 250 pages (approximately 58,969 words).

A Father's Promise

Donna L. Hess

A Father's Promise

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Donna L. Hess

Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Eleven-year-old Rudi’s world turns upside down when the Nazis invade Warsaw, forcing him to hide and face dangers because of his Polish and Jewish heritage. With only his father's promise to hold onto, Rudi discovers courage, faith, and resilience as he navigates the hardships of war. His journey teaches him the power of hope and trust in something greater than fear.

Themes

HistoricalWorld War IIFamilyFaithSurvival Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, fear & anxiety, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 9-12.