Good Sam Coloring Book
Standard Publishing
Good Sam Coloring Book
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Jesus' Story of the Good Samaritan
by Standard Publishing
The text is written at a 2nd 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 rough sound of footsteps echoes down a dusty road as a man lies hurt by the roadside. The warm sun beats down, and the smell of dry earth fills the air. In this quiet moment, who will reach out with kindness and become the good neighbor?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This coloring book introduces young readers to the classic story of the Good Samaritan through engaging illustrations and simple text suitable for ages 5 to 8. It encourages empathy and kindness while providing an interactive coloring experience. The content is gentle, focusing on helping others and making good choices.
Why we rated Good Sam Coloring Book 7C
Good Sam Coloring Book is written at a Level 2 reading level across 12 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Good Sam Coloring Book works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Good Sam Coloring Book as 7C ("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.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Good Sam Coloring Book explores friendship, family, kindness, and adventure — 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 friendship, family, kindness.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Content Flags
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
- 9780784704318
- Pages
- 12
- Publisher
- Bean Sprouts
- Published
- 1996
- Type
- Fiction
- Era
- Modern Classic (1996)