What reading level is Foster?

Foster by Sharene M. Folmsbee is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Foster appropriate for?

Foster is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Emotional Abuse, Emotional: Loyalty.

What genre is Foster?

Foster is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Foster have any content warnings?

Foster has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Emotional Abuse, Emotional: Loyalty. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Foster?

Foster by Sharene M. Folmsbee is 98 pages.

Foster

Sharene M. Folmsbee

Foster

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sharene M. Folmsbee

Reading Level 3 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Marie isn’t just any kid—she’s a brave fighter who escapes a tough foster home to find a family that truly cares. But when a stranger arrives, her world shifts again, and Marie’s courage is pushed to the limit. Her story shows how strength and loyalty can change everything.

Themes

FamilyFoster CareCourageResilienceEmotional Growth

Quick Assessment

This book follows nine-year-old Marie as she navigates life in foster care with a psychologically abusive caregiver before finding a loving family. The story explores themes of resilience, family, and courage suitable for early readers ages 5-8. Parents should be aware of sensitive topics such as emotional abuse, though these are handled with care appropriate for young children.