Stuart's Run to Faith (Arby Jenkins)
Sharon Hambrick
Stuart's Run to Faith (Arby Jenkins)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sharon Hambrick
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 soft rustle of leaves and the distant call of morning birds fill the air as Stuart stands at the edge of a new day. The scent of fresh pages and polished floors greets him at Greenhaven Christian Academy, a place he once dreaded. But as he feels a quiet hope growing inside, he wonders if faith could change everything about where he belongs.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction explores themes of faith, acceptance, and personal growth as twelve-year-old Stuart learns to embrace God's love and reevaluates his feelings about attending a Christian academy and living with his grandmother. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers positive messages about spirituality and family relationships without intense conflict or mature content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780613817752
- Publisher
- Turtleback
- Published
- January 1999
- Type
- Fiction