Martín de Porres
Gary D. Schmidt
Martín de Porres
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
the rose in the desert
by Gary D. Schmidt
The text is written at a 4th 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
Follow the kind and brave Martín de Porres as he faces unfair treatment because of his background in old Peru. His story shows how kindness and faith can help overcome challenges and bring people together.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include racial discrimination, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780547612188
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 1,377
- Lexile
- 640L
- Read-Aloud
- ~9 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy