Your parents' divorce
by Linda Carlson Johnson
Rosen Publishing Group 1994
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family change
- coping skills
- resilience
- communication
- emotional health
- acceptance
- blended families
- self-advocacy
About this book
This straightforward guide helps kids understand what divorce means for their family and for them. It explains common feelings like anger, guilt, and worry, and offers practical ideas for coping with new routines, custody schedules, and blended families. The book encourages open communication with parents and trusted adults and points readers to places to find support. Clear, reassuring language makes it a helpful resource for middle-grade readers navigating big changes.
Setting: contemporary real-world families
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Your parents' divorce right for my child?
Yes — Your parents' divorce is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.2, which is typical for 6th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include family change, coping skills, resilience.
How long does it take to read Your parents' divorce?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Your parents' divorce takes around 1.1h to finish. The book has 11,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Your parents' divorce have an AR quiz?
Yes — Your parents' divorce has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Your parents' divorce?
Your parents' divorce has an AR reading level of 6.2, which places it at a 6th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.