The working parents' survival guide

Sally Wendkos Olds

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The working parents' survival guide

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sally Wendkos Olds

Reading Level 8 12C Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered how parents manage to work and still take care of you? Imagine juggling jobs, daycare, babysitters, and family time all at once. How do families make it all work without losing their cool?

Themes

FamilyParentingWorking Parents

Quick Assessment

This book offers practical advice for working parents navigating childcare challenges such as daycare centers, babysitters, and family-oriented jobs. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it provides insights into balancing work and home life, highlighting common issues families face. The content is age-appropriate and focuses on realistic family dynamics without intense emotional or physical content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

404 pages
ISBN
0914629824
Pages
404
Publisher
Prima Lifestyles
Published
1989
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Working MothersUnited StatesParentingChildren of Working Parents

Places

United States