When Mom and Dad Separate

Marge Eaton Heegaard

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When Mom and Dad Separate

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Children Can Learn to Cope with Grief from Divorce

by Marge Eaton Heegaard

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Divorce might seem like the end of the world, but it’s actually a new beginning waiting to happen. This book lets you explore tough feelings through your own drawings and words, turning confusion into courage. Discover why understanding change can be your superpower.

Themes

FamilyDivorce & Family ChangeEmotional ExpressionInspirational

Quick Assessment

This book offers a gentle, creative approach to helping children ages 9-12 understand the concepts of marriage and divorce. It encourages expression of emotions through interactive pages designed for drawing and writing, making it a supportive tool for children experiencing family changes. The content is appropriate for middle-grade readers and sensitively addresses themes of grief and adjustment.

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 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

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613778183
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
July 1996
Type
Nonfiction

Subjects

FamilyMarriage & DivorceReligionInspirational