What reading level is Serafina's promise?

Serafina's promise by Ann E. Burg is at a Level 3-4 reading level (Lexile 590L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Serafina's promise appropriate for?

Serafina's promise is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Physical Danger, Illness & Injury, Poverty & Hardship.

What genre is Serafina's promise?

Serafina's promise is fiction — Brothers and sisters.

Does Serafina's promise have any content warnings?

Serafina's promise has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Physical Danger, Illness & Injury, Poverty & Hardship. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Serafina's promise?

Serafina's promise by Ann E. Burg is 299 pages (approximately 25,710 words).

Serafina's promise

Ann E. Burg

Serafina's promise

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann E. Burg

Reading Level 3-4 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Serafina lives in a small Haitian village where she dreams of becoming a doctor and helping her family. When a devastating earthquake strikes, she bravely faces challenges to find her father and care for her sick baby brother. Her journey shows strength, hope, and the power of promises during difficult times.

Themes

Family Coming of Age Survival Social Justice Multicultural

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, physical danger, illness & injury. Written for readers ages 9-12.