This Is Me and My Two Families
Marla D. Evans
This Is Me and My Two Families
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
An Awareness Scrapbook/Journal for Children Living in Stepfamilies
by Marla D. Evans
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Some kids have one family, but what if you have two? Imagine a book that helps you explore all the special people in your life, from parents to grandparents, in a way that’s fun and creative. Discover why knowing your whole family story can make you feel even stronger!
Quick Assessment
This interactive journal offers a supportive space for children in stepfamilies to explore their unique family dynamics through creative activities. Designed for ages 5-8, it encourages collaboration between children and adults, including parents, stepparents, and caregivers, to foster understanding and communication. It’s a helpful tool for families and professionals working to navigate and strengthen blended family relationships.
Why we rated This Is Me and My Two Families 8LE
This Is Me and My Two Families is written at a Level 3 reading level across 88 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, This Is Me and My Two Families works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate This Is Me and My Two Families as 8LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, This Is Me and My Two Families weaves together family and adoption & foster care.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about family, adoption & foster care.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8LE — Light — EmotionalNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780945354062
- Pages
- 88
- Publisher
- Magination Press
- Published
- July 1988
- Type
- Fiction