The book of miracles
Lawrence Kushner
The book of miracles
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Young Person's Guide to Jewish Spiritual Awareness
by Lawrence Kushner
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
Have you ever wondered what makes a miracle truly magical? Imagine a world where every small wonder teaches us about kindness, hope, and the special ways people live their faith. What secrets will you discover in this journey through the heart of miracles?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This gentle fiction book introduces young readers to the spiritual and cultural essence of Judaism through stories that explore miracles and everyday wonders. Suitable for early readers ages 5 to 8, it offers an accessible perspective on Jewish life and values without complex religious jargon. Parents should note the book’s focus on spirituality and cultural appreciation.
Why we rated The book of miracles 8C
The book of miracles is written at a Level 3 reading level across 92 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The book of miracles works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate The book of miracles as 8C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, The book of miracles explores spirituality, judaism, family, and cultural heritage — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about spirituality, judaism, family.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8C — ClearNo 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
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 1879045788
- Pages
- 92
- Publisher
- Jewish Lights Publishing
- Published
- 1997
- Type
- Fiction