Write Source
Dave Kemper
Write Source
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Book for Writing, Thinking, and Learning
by Dave Kemper
The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
Have you ever wondered how words come alive on the page? Imagine unlocking the secrets of writing, from crafting powerful sentences to telling stories that sparkle. What will you create once you discover the magic inside?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Write Source by Dave Kemper is a middle-grade fiction book designed to inspire children ages 9-12 to explore the art of writing. It introduces language arts concepts in an engaging way appropriate for grades 4-6 readers, making it a helpful educational tool without heavy conflict or mature themes.
Why we rated Write Source 12C
Write Source is written at a Level 8 reading level across 622 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 9.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Write Source works for readers up to grade 10.0.
We rate Write Source as 12C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Write Source explores education / teaching, language arts, and children: grades 4-6 — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about education / teaching, language arts, children: grades 4-6.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
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
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Write Source
Dave Kemper
Write Source
Dave Kemper
Write Source
Pat Sebranek
Write Source
Pat Sebranek
Write Source (Language Series)
Patrick Sebranek
Write Source (Language Series)
Patrick Sebranek
The New Generation Write Source
Dave Kemper
The New Generation Write Source
Dave Kemper
All Write
Dave Kemper
All Write
Dave Kemper
All Write Skills Book
Dave Kemper
All Write Skills Book
Dave Kemper
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780669518122
- Pages
- 622
- Publisher
- Great Source Education Group Incorporated
- Published
- March 2005
- Type
- Nonfiction