Holdens Heart Topical Study (Seekers (Augsburg Fortress))

G. J. Linko

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Holdens Heart Topical Study (Seekers (Augsburg Fortress))

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by G. J. Linko

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if running could help you escape more than just a race? Holden Cross is gearing up for the regional cross country meet, but his heart is tangled in something far harder to outrun—his dad moving away again. Can Holden find the strength to face the biggest race of all?

Themes

FamilyComing of AgeReligion - Biblical StudiesSportsEmotional Growth

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the emotional challenges of a young boy dealing with his father's move and the impact of divorce, set against the backdrop of a cross country race. Suitable for ages 9-12, it addresses themes of family change, grief, and self-discovery with sensitivity and faith-based reflections. Parents should know it includes mild emotional conflict related to family dynamics.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Divorce & Family Change Loss & Grief Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

102 pages
ISBN
9780806641836
Pages
102
Publisher
Augsburg Fortress Publishing
Published
September 2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

ReligionBiblical StudiesBibleStudy