What reading level is Because of Romek?

Because of Romek by David Faber, Anna Vaisman, James D. Kitchen is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Because of Romek appropriate for?

Because of Romek is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Intense" (4/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Fear & Anxiety, War & Conflict, Illness & Injury.

What genre is Because of Romek?

Because of Romek is nonfiction — Biography & Autobiography.

Does Because of Romek have any content warnings?

Because of Romek has a content intensity rating of "Intense" (4/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Fear & Anxiety, War & Conflict, Illness & Injury. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Because of Romek?

Because of Romek by David Faber, Anna Vaisman, James D. Kitchen is 215 pages.

Because of Romek

David Faber, Anna Vaisman, James D. Kitchen

Because of Romek

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Holocaust Survivor's Memoir

by David Faber, Anna Vaisman, James D. Kitchen

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

The text is written at a 6th 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

The sharp clang of barbed wire scrapes the cold air, mixing with whispers of fear and hope. Imagine being just a kid, trapped in a world where every day feels like a fight to survive. This story holds the weight of history and the bravery of one boy who never gave up.

Themes

Biography & AutobiographyHistoricalPersonal MemoirsHolocaustSurvival

Quick Assessment

Because of Romek is a powerful autobiographical account of David Faber’s survival through eight Nazi concentration camps during the Holocaust. Written for middle-grade readers, it offers a truthful yet age-appropriate portrayal of historical atrocities, emphasizing resilience and remembrance. Parents should note the mature themes related to war and loss but presented with sensitivity suitable for ages 9-12.