Teach Me to Pray

Pennie Kidd

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Teach Me to Pray

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Pennie Kidd

Illustrated by Toni Goffe

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd 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 boy and girl sit quietly, their hands folded tight as they listen to the gentle voice next door. Everyone wants to learn the special words and feelings that make a prayer. But what happens when they try to find the right way to pray?

Themes

FamilyFriendshipReligious Themes

Quick Assessment

This gentle fiction story follows a young boy, girl, their family, and a neighbor as they explore the practice of prayer together. Designed for early readers ages 5-8, it introduces concepts of spirituality and family bonding in an accessible way without specific religious doctrine. The book fosters calm reflection and community values suitable for young children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

22 pages
ISBN
9780829413687
Pages
22
Publisher
Loyola Press
Published
July 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Children, Prayers and DevotionsPrayersPrayerChristianity