The un-wedding

Babette Cole

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The un-wedding

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Babette Cole

Reading Level 1-2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 1st grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if your parents argued so much that you wished they could 'un-marry'? Demetrius and Paula Ogglebutt think that might just make everyone happier. But can un-wedding really fix a family?

Themes

Divorce & Family ChangeParent and ChildJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

This early reader explores the theme of divorce through the eyes of two young children, Demetrius and Paula Ogglebutt, who imagine a world where their parents 'un-marry.' Suitable for ages 5-8, it gently introduces the concept of family change and the emotions children may face. The story is accessible with simple language and addresses family dynamics without distressing detail.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Divorce & Family Change
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
1
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

40 pages
ISBN
9780679888987
Pages
40
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published
1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

DivorceParent and Child