What reading level is The Maldonado Miracle?

The Maldonado Miracle by Theodore Taylor is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Maldonado Miracle appropriate for?

The Maldonado Miracle is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is The Maldonado Miracle?

The Maldonado Miracle is fiction.

Does The Maldonado Miracle have any content warnings?

The Maldonado Miracle has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Maldonado Miracle?

The Maldonado Miracle by Theodore Taylor is 192 pages.

The Maldonado Miracle

Theodore Taylor

The Maldonado Miracle

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Theodore Taylor

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Crossing a border isn't just about places—it's about courage, hope, and family. When a 12-year-old boy takes a daring journey to be with his father in California, every step changes his world. This story shows why bravery can make miracles happen.

Themes

Family Coming of Age MulticulturalImmigrationResilience

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows a 12-year-old Mexican boy who crosses the border illegally to reunite with his father in California. It explores themes of family, immigration, and resilience, suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the book deals with real-world challenges around immigration but handles them in an age-appropriate and thoughtful manner.