Walking With Jesus: Past Tense : Matthew 4:18-22, Matthew 9:9 (Gemmen, Heather. Rocket Readers. Work It Out.)

Heather Gemmen

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Walking With Jesus: Past Tense : Matthew 4:18-22, Matthew 9:9 (Gemmen, Heather. Rocket Readers. Work It Out.)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Past Tense : Matthew 4:18-22, Matthew 9:9

by Heather Gemmen

Illustrated by Joe Boddy

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it was like to follow Jesus long ago? Imagine walking along the shore, hearing His words and feeling the excitement of a new adventure just beginning. What will happen when ordinary fishermen become His first followers?

Themes

Bible storiesFaithAdventureHistorical

Quick Assessment

This book offers a simplified retelling of key moments from the Gospel of Matthew, focusing on Jesus calling His first disciples. Appropriate for children aged 9 to 12, it provides an accessible introduction to these biblical stories while fostering curiosity about faith and history. The content is gentle and suitable for middle-grade readers with no mature themes.

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

2/10

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

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Details

ISBN
9780781440189
Publisher
Faith Kidz
Published
June 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Biblical Criticism & InterpretationOld TestamentBible StoriesBible Stories, EnglishEnglish LanguageN.T. MatthewTense