Courage (Upside-Down Books)

Warner Press, Warner Press Staff

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Courage (Upside-Down Books)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Warner Press, Warner Press Staff

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What does it really mean to be brave when the odds seem impossible? Imagine standing face-to-face with a giant, just like David did long ago. But what happens when a different kind of giant shows up on the school basketball court?

Themes

Religion - Bible StoriesCourageBullyingFamilyFriendship

Quick Assessment

This book retells the classic biblical story of David and Goliath alongside a contemporary tale of a boy named Dustin who finds courage to confront a school bully. Suitable for children ages 9-12, it offers themes of bravery and faith in an accessible middle-grade fiction format. Parents should note the presence of mild conflict related to bullying but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Bullying
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

ISBN
9780871628220
Publisher
Warner Press
Published
March 1999
Type
Fiction

Subjects

ReligionBibleStoriesBibles