How it Feels when Parents Divorce
Alfred A. Knopf 1984
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.8 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- divorce and separation
- children’s perspectives
- coping and resilience
- grief, anger, and acceptance
- custody and visitation
- blended families and stepparents
- communication and support
- identity and family change
About this book
Through candid, photo-illustrated interviews with 19 children and teens, Jill Krementz captures how young people experience and cope with their parents' divorces. Speaking in their own words, the interviewees share feelings about separation, custody arrangements, stepfamilies, and rebuilding daily life, offering validation and practical perspective for readers navigating similar changes.
Setting: Contemporary (early 1980s) United States; multiple family homes and schools, presented through first-person interviews rather than a single locale
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is How it Feels when Parents Divorce right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for How it Feels when Parents Divorce. The reading level is AR 5.8, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include divorce and separation, children’s perspectives, coping and resilience.
How long does it take to read How it Feels when Parents Divorce?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, How it Feels when Parents Divorce takes around 2.2h to finish. The book has 22,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does How it Feels when Parents Divorce have an AR quiz?
Yes — How it Feels when Parents Divorce has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 How it Feels when Parents Divorce?
How it Feels when Parents Divorce has an AR reading level of 5.8, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — 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.