The journey of the heroic parent

Brad M. Reedy

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The journey of the heroic parent

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Your Child's Struggle & The Road Home

by Brad M. Reedy

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

Some parents face the toughest battles when their kids feel really sad or lost. But what if being a heroic parent means learning new ways to love and understand, even when things seem impossible? This story shows why every parent's journey matters more than you think.

Themes

Parent and Adult ChildDepression in AdolescenceMental HealthFamilyComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction addresses the challenges parents face when their children struggle with mental health issues like depression and suicidal thoughts. It offers compassionate insights and practical guidance for fostering healthier communication and relationships within families. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively explores difficult emotional topics without graphic detail.

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

Depression & Suicidal Behavior Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

231 pages
ISBN
9781941393017
Pages
231
Publisher
Regan Arts.
Published
2015
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

PsychologyParent and Adult ChildDepression in AdolescenceSuicidal BehaviorDepression in ChildrenAddictsParentingParents of Mentally Ill ChildrenPsychological AspectsChild PsychologyFamily RelationshipsChildrenParent and ChildChild Rearing