Follow Moses
Tim Dowley
Follow Moses
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Tim Dowley
The text is written at a 6th 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
Moses wasn’t just a leader; he was a traveler who changed the world with every step he took. Explore his incredible journeys through vibrant pictures and a giant foldout map that bring history to life. Discover why his story still matters today!
Quick Assessment
This illustrated book traces the travels of Moses using engaging visuals, reusable stickers, and a large foldout map, making it an interactive introduction to a significant historical and religious figure. Suitable for children ages 9-12, it combines nonfiction elements with storytelling to support learning about ancient history and cultural heritage. Parents should note that while the book is accessible, it covers complex historical and religious themes appropriate for middle-grade readers.
Why we rated Follow Moses 11C
Follow Moses is written at a Level 6 reading level across 256 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Follow Moses works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Follow Moses as 11C ("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, Follow Moses explores historical, adventure, and science & nature — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about historical, adventure, science & nature.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A 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
- 9780825472916
- Pages
- 256
- Publisher
- Kregel Publications
- Published
- March 25, 2005
- Type
- Fiction