Father's Way Home
Tristan Jacob Felin
Father's Way Home
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Tristan Jacob Felin
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
What if your dad had to go far away for a long time? Tim misses his dad so much and wonders when he'll come back. But with every phone call and memory, Tim finds new ways to stay strong—can he keep hope alive until his dad returns?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader gently explores the emotional challenges faced by children whose parent is deployed away from home. It addresses themes of separation, anxiety, and resilience in a relatable way suitable for ages 5-8. Parents should note the book sensitively portrays coping with absence and feelings of loneliness without graphic content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781643883311
- Pages
- 30
- Publisher
- Luminare Press, LLC
- Published
- 2020
- Type
- Fiction