Developing Character in Christian Kids ( Pre K) (Developing Character Series) Code # 275701 (1 ed)
Judy Hierstein
Developing Character in Christian Kids ( Pre K) (Developing Character Series) Code # 275701 (1 ed)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Judy Hierstein
Illustrated by Linda Karges-Bone
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
The warm scent of crayons fills the air as laughter bubbles from the classroom. Each story sparkles with real-life moments where kindness and respect shine bright. Feel your heart grow as you discover how small choices can make a big difference.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers six engaging stories designed to teach young children essential Christian character traits like respect, responsibility, compassion, and kindness. Each story is paired with reproducible activities that support language arts, critical thinking, and math skills, making it an excellent resource for early readers ages 5-8. The content is gentle and suitable for classroom or home schooling environments, focusing on positive values without intense conflict.
Why we rated Developing Character in Christian Kids ( Pre K) (Developing Character Series) Code # 275701 (1 ed) 8C
Developing Character in Christian Kids ( Pre K) (Developing Character Series) Code # 275701 (1 ed) is written at a Level 3 reading level across 80 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Developing Character in Christian Kids ( Pre K) (Developing Character Series) Code # 275701 (1 ed) works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate Developing Character in Christian Kids ( Pre K) (Developing Character Series) Code # 275701 (1 ed) as 8C ("Clear") 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, Developing Character in Christian Kids ( Pre K) (Developing Character Series) Code # 275701 (1 ed) explores christianity, education, friendship, character development, and home schooling — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about christianity, education, friendship.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8C — ClearNo 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
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780764705120
- Pages
- 80
- Publisher
- Frank Schaffer Publications
- Published
- November 30, 1998
- Type
- Nonfiction