The Dream Maker

Monica Hannan

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The Dream Maker

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Monica Hannan

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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 warm scent of fresh earth fills the air as Patrick steps into a village where children’s laughter is mixed with the quiet hope for a better tomorrow. His hands are busy building schools and hearts full of dreams, reaching far beyond the borders of North Dakota. Every step he takes echoes a promise that kindness can change the world.

Themes

ReligiousInspirationalBiography & AutobiographyFamily

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade biography tells the inspiring story of Patrick Atkinson, a North Dakota native who becomes a missionary dedicated to helping impoverished children in Guatemala and Africa. It highlights themes of faith, compassion, and service, providing a positive role model for readers ages 9-12. The book contains no mature content, making it suitable for its target audience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

264 pages
ISBN
9781893757493
Pages
264
Publisher
E T Nedder
Published
March 30, 2006
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Church work with children

Subjects

ReligiousInspirationalBiography & AutobiographyAutobiographyBiography/AutobiographyChristian MinistryMissionsAfricaChurch Work With ChildrenGuatemalaMissionariesChristian Biography