Child Health Care and the Working Mother
Jenny Hewison
Child Health Care and the Working Mother
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Juggling Act
by Jenny Hewison
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
The soft buzz of a busy office blends with the laughter and coughs of children at school. Imagine how a mom’s workday and a child’s health are connected in ways you might not expect. What happens when a child feels sick but their mom has to work—who steps in to help?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book explores the relationship between working mothers and their children's health, focusing on school attendance, healthcare visits, and family support. It provides insights grounded in case studies, useful for understanding the challenges faced by working families. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it presents complex social themes in an accessible way without graphic content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781565932357
- Pages
- 189
- Publisher
- Singular Publishing Group
- Published
- January 1994
- Type
- Nonfiction