In the Time of Noah (Old Stories)
Nathan D. Wilson
In the Time of Noah (Old Stories)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Nathan D. Wilson
Illustrated by Peter Bentley
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Water rushes all around as Noah hammers nails into the giant ark. Animals roar and shuffle inside, but will the massive boat hold through the storm? Suddenly, the skies darken, and everything changes.
Quick Assessment
This early reader introduces children ages 5 to 8 to the biblical story of Noah's Ark, focusing on themes of obedience, faith, and hope. The narrative is simple and engaging, suitable for young children with an interest in religious stories. Parents should note the depiction of a world before the flood dominated by giants, which is presented in a way that is appropriate and non-threatening for this age group.
Why we rated In the Time of Noah (Old Stories) 7LE
In the Time of Noah (Old Stories) is written at a Level 2 reading level across 34 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, In the Time of Noah (Old Stories) works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate In the Time of Noah (Old Stories) as 7LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, In the Time of Noah (Old Stories) explores biblical studies, family, faith, animals, 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 biblical studies, family, faith.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781591280453
- Pages
- 34
- Publisher
- Canon Press & Book Service
- Published
- May 22, 2007
- Type
- Fiction