Captain Noah

Jan Wahl

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Captain Noah

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jan Wahl

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The heavy scent of rain fills the air, and the steady creak of wooden beams echoes across the growing ark. Animals of every shape and size shuffle and murmur, waiting for the great flood to begin. In the heart of the storm, courage and hope rise like a warm light, ready to change the world forever.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This retelling of the classic Old Testament story follows Noah as he builds an ark to save animals from a great flood. Suitable for children aged 9-12, it offers a gentle introduction to themes of faith, survival, and responsibility without graphic content. The story is ideal for readers interested in biblical tales and moral lessons.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780898453911
Publisher
Caedmon
Published
1986
Type
Fiction

Genres

Noah's ark

Subjects

Noah