Mick Harte was here

Barbara Park

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Mick Harte was here

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Barbara Park

Reading Level 3 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what happens when someone you love suddenly disappears? Mick was the funniest, coolest kid—always making everyone laugh with his silly tricks and wild dances. But now he's gone, and Phoebe has to figure out how to live without her brother—can she find a way to keep his spirit alive?

Themes

FamilyBrothers and SistersLoss & GriefComing of AgeHumor

Quick Assessment

This sensitive middle-grade novel explores the impact of sudden loss on a young girl and her family, blending humor with heartfelt moments. Appropriate for ages 8 and up, it gently addresses themes of death and grief through the eyes of a relatable protagonist. Parents should be aware that the story deals with emotional pain but offers hope and resilience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Family Change Emotional
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

89 pages
ISBN
9780679882039
Pages
89
Publisher
Yearling
Published
1996
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

DeathBrothers and SistersSiblingsAccidents