I am peace
Susan Verde
I am peace
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Book of Mindfulness
by Susan Verde
Illustrated by Reynolds, Peter H. (Peter Hamilton), 1961- illustrator
The text is written at a 1st 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 world feels noisy and wild all around you, but your breath is steady—inhale, exhale. You feel the ground beneath your feet and the wind on your skin, but then... what happens next?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This picture book introduces young children to mindfulness through simple, relatable language and soothing watercolor illustrations. It encourages kids ages 5-8 to explore their emotions, connect with nature, and practice being present in the moment. The book also includes an author's note and a guided meditation to support mindfulness at home or in the classroom, making it a gentle tool for managing anxiety and worry.
Why we rated I am peace 6LE
I am peace is written at a Level 1-2 reading level across 38 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 2.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, I am peace works for readers up to grade 3.5.
We rate I am peace as 6LE ("Light — Emotional") 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, I am peace explores anxiety, mindfulness, peace, emotional awareness, and nature connection — 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 anxiety, mindfulness, peace.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
6LE — Light — EmotionalNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A 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
- 9781419727016
- Pages
- 38
- Publisher
- Harry N. Abrams
- Published
- 2017
- Type
- Fiction