But, God!
MD Kohake
But, God!
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by MD Kohake
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
What if you felt lost and unsure, but something powerful was waiting to hold you close? Across many places, kids face doubts and fears, yet one thing shines through—love that never lets go. Can discovering this truth change everything?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book explores themes of faith and spirituality through the eyes of children experiencing doubt and fear, emphasizing the comforting power of God's love. Suitable for teens aged 13 to 18, it offers gentle guidance on finding hope and reassurance in challenging times. The inclusion of an audiobook enhances accessibility and engagement.
Why we rated But, God! 7LE
But, God! is written at a Level 2 reading level across 20 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, But, God! works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate But, God! as 7LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, But, God! explores religion & spirituality, faith, hope, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about religion & spirituality, faith, hope.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LE — Light — EmotionalNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
But, Where Is God?
Leslie Prichard
But, Where Is God?
Leslie Prichard
Are You There?
Dianne Fairchild
Are You There?
Dianne Fairchild
God Is...
Alex Miles
God Is...
Alex Miles
Because God Helps Me, I Am Confident!
Judy Mizu
Because God Helps Me, I Am Confident!
Judy Mizu
How strong is God?
D. Stuart Briscoe
How strong is God?
D. Stuart Briscoe
God in My Life (Faith 4 Life: Preteen Bible Study)
Dick Hardel
God in My Life (Faith 4 Life: Preteen Bible Study)
Dick Hardel
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781602470316
- Pages
- 20
- Publisher
- Tate Publishing
- Published
- June 5, 2007
- Type
- Fiction