6th grade books about Mothers and Daughters

3 books commonly assigned to 6th grade students explore mothers and daughters— every title’s grade range covers 6th grade, so each is grade-appropriate by curriculum placement. Each links to its reading level, themes, and the curricula that cite it.

What this list holds: All 3 titles are cited by at least one US curriculum or award list for 6th grade, first published between 1972 and 1997.

3 6th grade books about mothers and daughters

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  1. Freaky Friday

    Mary Rodgers

    Cited in 2 curricula across 2 states, taught from grade 4 to 6. Also covers schools and self-perception.

  2. You Shouldn't Have to Say Goodbye

    Patricia Hermes

    Cited in 2 curricula across 2 states, taught from grade 4 to 6. Also covers death, cancer and anglais (langue).

  3. The True Colors of Caitlynne Jackson

    Carol Lynch Williams

    Cited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 6 to 9. Also covers abandoned children, child abuse and sisters.

Mothers and Daughters books at other grades

4th grade · 5th grade · 9th grade

Other 6th grade themes

Family · Friendship · Courage · Identity · History · Humor · Adventure · Nature

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What mothers and daughters books are good for 6th grade students?

3 books exploring mothers and daughters have a grade range that covers 6th grade and are assigned across US-school curricula — Common Core exemplars, AP, IB, Cambridge, and state ELA standards. Each title on this page links to its full curriculum citations and reading level.

Are these mothers and daughters books grade-appropriate for 6th grade?

Every title's grade range covers 6th grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.

How many mothers and daughters books are on the 6th grade list?

This page lists 3 6th grade titles about mothers and daughters, ordered by how many US curricula cite each one for this grade (ties alphabetical). The list expands as more curriculum references are verified.

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