What reading level is The silent gift?

The silent gift by Jr Michael Landon is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The silent gift appropriate for?

The silent gift is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is The silent gift?

The silent gift is fiction — Children with disabilities.

Does The silent gift have any content warnings?

The silent gift has a HootRating of 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. 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 silent gift?

The silent gift by Jr Michael Landon is 362 pages.

The silent gift

Jr Michael Landon

The silent gift

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jr Michael Landon

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 is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The room is quiet except for the soft tapping of fingers on the table. A boy races to find the words he can’t speak out loud, while his mother watches, hoping for a breakthrough. Suddenly, everything changes—but what will it mean for them both?

Themes

Single mothersChildren with disabilitiesFamily Coming of AgeFiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores the relationship between a single mother and her son, who has a communication disability. It sensitively addresses themes of family dynamics and overcoming challenges, making it suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should know it offers a heartfelt look at mother-son bonds without intense conflict or mature content.