What reading level is Breaking free, starting over?

Breaking free, starting over by Christina Dalpiaz is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Breaking free, starting over appropriate for?

Breaking free, starting over is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags: Family Violence.

What genre is Breaking free, starting over?

Breaking free, starting over is fiction — Family & Relationships.

Does Breaking free, starting over have any content warnings?

Breaking free, starting over has a HootRating of 11IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags include: Family Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Breaking free, starting over?

Breaking free, starting over by Christina Dalpiaz is 232 pages.

Breaking free, starting over

Christina Dalpiaz

Breaking free, starting over

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Parenting in the Aftermath of Family Violence

by Christina Dalpiaz

Reading Level 6 11IE Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

What happens when the place that's supposed to be safe feels scary instead? Imagine living with a secret you can't tell, where every day brings new worries. Can hope and kindness help someone start over and find peace?

Themes

FamilyParentingSocial Justice Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Breaking Free, Starting Over addresses the impact of family violence on children and families, emphasizing recovery and resilience. Written by an author with personal experience and professional expertise, it offers insight into recognizing trauma and supporting children through healing. Suitable for ages 9-12, this middle-grade fiction sensitively explores difficult themes without graphic detail.