Mother Teresa (World Leaders Past and Present)

Joan Graff Clucas

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Mother Teresa (World Leaders Past and Present)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Joan Graff Clucas

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it takes to help the world’s poorest people? Imagine walking the crowded streets of Calcutta, reaching out to those who have nothing but hope. What drives someone to dedicate their whole life to kindness and care?

Quick Assessment

This biography introduces children ages 9-12 to Mother Teresa, the founder of the Missionary Sisters and Brothers of Charity. It highlights her compassionate work with the destitute and dying in Calcutta and her recognition with the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979. The book is appropriate for middle-grade readers and offers an inspiring look at empathy and service without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

111 pages
ISBN
9780791006023
Pages
111
Publisher
Facts On File
Published
October 1988
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mother,Missionaries of CharityIndiaTeresa,MissionariesNunsMissions1910-Women, BiographyTeresaMother1910-1997Teresa, Mother, 1910-1997