Life of Saint Francis

Rachel Billington

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Life of Saint Francis

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rachel Billington

Illustrated by James Mayhew

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The gentle rustle of leaves in the quiet Italian countryside fills the air as a young boy listens to the soft whispers of nature. Francis feels a calling deep in his heart, a tug toward kindness and peace that will change his world forever. His journey from playful youth to beloved saint is full of wonder and heart.

Themes

BiographyReligiousComing of AgeFamilySpirituality

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade biography tells the story of Saint Francis, highlighting his journey from childhood to sainthood with an emphasis on compassion and spirituality. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book introduces religious themes in an accessible and engaging way without complex theological language. Parents can expect a gentle exploration of faith and character development appropriate for young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613718349
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
March 2003
Type
Nonfiction

Subjects

Biography & AutobiographyReligious