Step by step

Jerry D. Thomas

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Step by step

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Helping Children Understand the Principles of Steps to Christ

by Jerry D. Thomas

Reading Level 3 8LT Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The sun beams through the window as a child takes their first step toward kindness and faith. Suddenly, a question whispers in the air—what does it truly mean to follow Jesus? The next moment could change everything.

Themes

Christian LifeFaithDiscipleshipEarly Readers

Quick Assessment

This early reader introduces children ages 5-8 to foundational Christian principles through simple stories inspired by Ellen White's Steps to Christ. Each chapter focuses on a key teaching designed to gently guide young readers in understanding Christian discipleship. The book is appropriate for young children and includes quotes to reinforce the lessons.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

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

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

80 pages
ISBN
9780816322770
Pages
80
Publisher
Pacific Press Publishing Association
Published
2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

White, Ellen Gould Harmon,1827-1915Christian LifeSeventh-Day Adventist AuthorsMiscellaneaSeventh-Day AdventistsDoctrines

People

Ellen Gould Harmon White (1827-1915)