A teacher's handbook of death

Maggie Jackson

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A teacher's handbook of death

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Maggie Jackson

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Talking about death can seem impossible, but this book shows that teachers can be brave guides through the hardest conversations. It proves that even the toughest topics can be shared with kindness and care—and that's why it matters to everyone who learns and grows.

Themes

FamilyGriefBereavementThanatologyChildren and deathSocial Science

Quick Assessment

This fiction book offers a valuable resource for teachers and caregivers addressing the difficult topic of death with children aged 9 to 12. It provides thoughtful methods for opening honest conversations about grief and bereavement, making it appropriate for middle-grade readers navigating complex emotions.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9781417501939
Pages
144
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published
2002
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

ThanatologyDeath, Grief, BereavementSocial ScienceFamily & RelationshipsChildren and DeathDeath & Dying