What reading level is The broken and the whole?

The broken and the whole by Charles S. Sherman is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The broken and the whole appropriate for?

The broken and the whole is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Illness & Injury, Faith.

What genre is The broken and the whole?

The broken and the whole is nonfiction — Biography & Autobiography.

Does The broken and the whole have any content warnings?

The broken and the whole has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Illness & Injury, Faith. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The broken and the whole?

The broken and the whole by Charles S. Sherman is 208 pages.

The broken and the whole

Charles S. Sherman

The broken and the whole

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Discovering Joy After Heartbreak

by Charles S. Sherman

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

The quiet beep of machines fills the room, mixing with the soft whisper of prayers and gentle touches. Imagine facing a world where every breath must be helped, and hope feels as fragile as a fragile thread. But sometimes, even in the hardest moments, a spark of joy can light the darkest days.

Themes

FaithJudaismJoyFamilySuffering

Quick Assessment

This heartfelt memoir follows a rabbi's journey through profound grief and spiritual questioning after his young son suffers a devastating brain-stem stroke, resulting in quadriplegia and ventilator dependence. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it explores themes of faith, suffering, and finding joy amidst hardship with sensitive and uplifting storytelling. Parents should note the emotional depth and challenging subject matter related to serious illness and disability.