Child Abuse
Susheela Bhan
Child Abuse
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
An Annotated Bibliography
by Susheela Bhan
The text is written at a 8th 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
What happens when a child's safe world is suddenly filled with fear and confusion? Imagine facing secrets that are hard to talk about but even harder to ignore. This story shines a light on tough truths that many children face, but the answers are still waiting to be found.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book addresses the serious and sensitive topic of child abuse, exploring its prevalence and impact in a manner suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. It aims to raise awareness and foster understanding about this social issue without graphic detail, making it appropriate for mature children ready to engage with difficult themes. Parents should be aware that the content may prompt questions and discussions about family safety and personal boundaries.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9788172110024
- Pages
- 416
- Publisher
- Northern Book Centre
- Published
- 1991
- Type
- Nonfiction