What reading level is Dear Mrs. Parks?

Dear Mrs. Parks by Rosa Parks is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Dear Mrs. Parks appropriate for?

Dear Mrs. Parks is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Historical Context, Social Justice.

What genre is Dear Mrs. Parks?

Dear Mrs. Parks is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Dear Mrs. Parks have any content warnings?

Dear Mrs. Parks has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Historical Context, Social Justice. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Dear Mrs. Parks?

Dear Mrs. Parks by Rosa Parks is 111 pages.

Dear Mrs. Parks

Rosa Parks

Dear Mrs. Parks

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Dialogue With Today's Youth

by Rosa Parks

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

What would you ask someone who changed history? Imagine writing letters to Rosa Parks, the brave woman who stood up for civil rights, and getting answers that inspire you to dream big and make a difference. But what challenges will you face when you decide to follow her example?

Themes

Civil RightsCorrespondenceComing of AgeHistorySocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This fictionalized book presents a series of letters between Rosa Parks and children, offering insights into the civil rights movement and encouraging young readers to embrace courage and possibility. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores important historical themes with a tone appropriate for middle-grade readers. Parents should note the book's focus on social justice and historical context, presented in an accessible and inspiring way.