What reading level is In My Hands?

In My Hands by Irene Gut Opdyke is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is In My Hands appropriate for?

In My Hands is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief, War & Conflict, Physical Danger.

What genre is In My Hands?

In My Hands is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does In My Hands have any content warnings?

In My Hands has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief, War & Conflict, Physical Danger. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is In My Hands?

In My Hands by Irene Gut Opdyke is 273 pages.

In My Hands

Irene Gut Opdyke

In My Hands

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Memories of a Holocaust Rescuer

by Irene Gut Opdyke

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

The cold wind whispers through the trees as footsteps echo in the dark. A young girl’s hands tremble, holding tight to a secret that could change lives—and risk everything. What does it take to be brave when the world feels so dangerous?

Themes

Biography & AutobiographyHistoricalHolocaustCourageFamily Identity & Self-Discovery

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical biography tells the true story of Irene Gut Opdyke, a young Polish girl who courageously hid and saved Jews during the Holocaust. Appropriate for ages 9-12, it sensitively addresses themes of fear, bravery, and resilience during a difficult period in history. Parents should note the portrayal of Holocaust-related hardships, but the narrative is handled with care and hope.