Like father, like son
Marilyn Kaye
Like father, like son
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Marilyn Kaye
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
Chris Skinner's dad vanished for years, but now he's back—and he needs something only Chris can give: a bone marrow transplant. Family can be complicated, but what if saving your dad means facing secrets that change everything? This is a story about how far you'll go when blood really is thicker than water.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel explores themes of family, identity, and the complex emotions surrounding a parent's return after a long absence. It includes the serious topic of a medical transplant, which may prompt thoughtful conversations about health and family bonds. Suitable for readers aged 9 to 12, it offers a compelling story that balances emotional depth with age-appropriate 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
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0553487485
- Pages
- 133
- Publisher
- Skylark
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction