Catherine Finds Her Balance
Kit Hood
Catherine Finds Her Balance
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
And Other Stories
by Kit Hood
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
What would you do if your parents never stopped fighting and you had a secret you were scared to share? Imagine having to move far away and feeling like your world is spinning out of control. Catherine must find her balance amid all these changes, but will she succeed?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book explores the emotional challenges faced by children of divorcing parents, including themes of family conflict, secrecy, and adjusting to new environments. Suitable for ages 9-12, it portrays realistic situations with sensitivity and encourages resilience and creativity in young readers. Parents should note the book deals with complex emotions related to family changes.
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
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781550280623
- Pages
- 120
- Publisher
- James Lorimer & Company
- Published
- January 1, 1988
- Type
- Fiction