Tower of Babel
Gloria Clanin
Tower of Babel
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gloria Clanin
The text is written at a 5th 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 air buzzes with the clang of hammers and the murmur of many voices, all working together to build the tallest tower anyone has ever seen. Dust tickles your nose as the walls rise higher and higher, reaching for the sky. But when the voices start to change and the tower begins to wobble, what will happen to this great dream?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book retells the biblical story of the Tower of Babel, exploring themes of cooperation, communication, and the origins of different languages. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers an accessible introduction to a classic religious narrative with engaging sensory details and thoughtful reflections. Parents should note it presents the story through a faith-based lens, ideal for readers interested in biblical stories and cultural history.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780613773829
- Publisher
- Turtleback
- Published
- December 1996
- Type
- Fiction