All the days of her life
Bantam Books 1994
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 4.7 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- illness and recovery
- family support
- resilience
- first love
- friendship
- identity
- coping with change
- hope
About this book
A high-achieving teen’s life is upended when a serious illness forces her to trade practices and parties for hospitals and hard choices. As she learns to lean on family and friends, she grapples with fear, first love, and what it means to make every day matter. Lurlene McDaniel’s heartfelt style makes this an emotional, page-turning read for teens who like realistic stories. Perfect for readers drawn to medical dramas and stories about resilience and hope.
Setting: contemporary suburban America; home, school, and hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is All the days of her life right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for All the days of her life. The reading level is AR 4.7, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include illness and recovery, family support, resilience.
How long does it take to read All the days of her life?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, All the days of her life takes around 5.0h to finish. The book has 45,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does All the days of her life have an AR quiz?
Yes — All the days of her life has an AR quiz available, worth 5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is All the days of her life?
All the days of her life has an AR reading level of 4.7, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.