The Marriage Institutionter)
Douglas Kennedy
The Marriage Institutionter)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Collection of Excerpts
by Douglas Kennedy
The text is written at a 4th 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
Douglas Kennedy’s stories prove that families are never just simple—they’re full of surprises, secrets, and emotions that can change everything. Each tale dives deep into what makes people stick together or drift apart, showing why understanding family matters more than anything else.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This collection features eight novels by Douglas Kennedy that explore complex themes of family, relationships, and marriage. While written at a middle-grade reading level, the stories delve into mature emotional topics suitable for ages 9-12, encouraging thoughtful reflection on family dynamics. Parents should note the nuanced treatment of relationships and emotional challenges within a fictional context.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780805030907
- Pages
- 129
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- November 1997
- Type
- Fiction