92 Queens Road

Dianne Case

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92 Queens Road

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dianne Case

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a world where how you look changes everything? Kathy enjoys a warm family life in Cape Town, but soon she learns that not everyone sees her the same way. What will she do when she realizes she’s treated differently just because of her skin color?

Quick Assessment

Set in 1960s South Africa during apartheid, this middle-grade novel explores themes of racial inequality and family life through the eyes of Kathy, a young girl coming to understand the harsh realities of segregation. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively addresses difficult social issues to foster empathy and awareness. Parents should note the historical context involves systemic racism and discrimination.

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

Racial Discrimination
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
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

163 pages
ISBN
0374355185
Pages
163
Publisher
Farrar, Straus & Giroux (BYR)
Published
1994
Type
Fiction

Genres

Apartheid

Subjects

Colored PeopleApartheidFamily LifeSouth AfricaAfrican Americans

Places

South Africa