92 Queens Road
Dianne Case
92 Queens Road
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Dianne Case
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 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0374355185
- Pages
- 163
- Publisher
- Farrar, Straus & Giroux (BYR)
- Published
- 1994
- Type
- Fiction