What reading level is Your Defiant Child, Second Edition?

Your Defiant Child, Second Edition by Russell Barkley is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Your Defiant Child, Second Edition appropriate for?

Your Defiant Child, Second Edition is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Your Defiant Child, Second Edition?

Your Defiant Child, Second Edition is nonfiction — Education.

Does Your Defiant Child, Second Edition have any content warnings?

Your Defiant Child, Second Edition has a HootRating of 11LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Your Defiant Child, Second Edition?

Your Defiant Child, Second Edition by Russell Barkley is 272 pages.

Your Defiant Child, Second Edition

Russell Barkley

Your Defiant Child, Second Edition

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Eight Steps to Better Behavior

by Russell Barkley

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Some kids seem impossible to manage, but what if you could turn defiance into cooperation? This book shows how even the toughest behaviors can change when you know the right tricks. It’s not magic—just smart, proven strategies that really work, and that makes all the difference.

Themes

Problem childrenBehavior disorders in childrenChild rearingParenting

Quick Assessment

This practical guide by Dr. Russell Barkley offers research-based strategies to manage defiant and oppositional behavior in children aged 5 to 12. It provides clear, step-by-step techniques for parents to reduce power struggles and encourage positive behavior at home, school, and in public. The second edition includes updated research, realistic examples, and helpful resources, making it a valuable tool for parents seeking effective, calm, and consistent approaches.