36 pages 1 hour read

Barbara Park

Mick Harte Was Here

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1995

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Reviews & Readership

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<Mick Harte Was Here> by Barbara Park is widely commended for its heartfelt exploration of grief through a child's perspective, blending humor and poignancy effectively. While readers appreciate its accessible language and emotional depth, some feel it handles the heavy subject matter too briefly. Overall, it's seen as a touching and memorable read for all ages.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mick Harte Was Here?

Readers who would enjoy Mick Harte Was Here by Barbara Park are typically middle-grade students dealing with themes of family, loss, and grief. This book is perfect for fans of Bridge to Terabithia and Walk Two Moons, appealing to those who appreciate heartfelt stories about overcoming tragedy and finding hope.

Recommended

Reading Age

9-12years

Lexile Level

730L

Book Details

Genre
Children's Literature
Realistic Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
Grief / Death
Themes
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Siblings
Emotions/Behavior: Grief