The courage of children

Peter Dalglish

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The courage of children

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

My Life with the World's Poorest Kids

by Peter Dalglish

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be truly brave? Imagine stepping into a world where children face hunger and hardship every day, yet never lose hope. What would you do if you could help bring light to their darkest moments?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows Peter Dalglish's journey from a privileged student to a compassionate helper of children suffering from poverty and famine. It presents a sensitive portrayal of global hardship and resilience, suitable for readers ages 9-12, with themes of courage, hope, and social awareness. Parents should note the book deals with serious topics like famine and poverty, but in an uplifting and age-appropriate manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

340 pages
ISBN
9780006385677
Pages
340
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Dalglish, PeterStreet Kids InternationalHomeless ChildrenRefugee ChildrenPoor ChildrenChild WelfareSocial Work With ChildrenEnfants Sans-abriEnfants PauvresEnfantsProtection, Assistance, EtcService Social Aux EnfantsProtection, AssistanceChildren, Conduct of Life

People

Peter Dalglish