Touch of an Angel

Henryk Schönker

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Touch of an Angel

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Henryk Schönker

Reading Level 8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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

Henryk runs through the streets of Oswiecim, heart pounding as danger closes in from every side. His family slips through shadows, chasing hope where others see only fear. Just when escape seems impossible, a mysterious light offers a chance — but will it be enough?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade memoir recounts Henryk Schönker's remarkable survival during the Holocaust, focusing on his childhood experiences and the resilience of faith amidst unimaginable hardships. It offers historical insight into the Jewish community of Oswiecim before and after the war, while emphasizing themes of hope and spirituality. The book is appropriate for ages 9-12 but parents should be aware it addresses serious historical events and the emotional challenges of war.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Loss & Grief War & Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

409 pages
ISBN
9780739039397
Pages
409
Publisher
Indiana University Press
Published
June 2006
Type
Nonfiction

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