Child abuse and neglect
Christopher J. Hobbs
Child abuse and neglect
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Clinician's Handbook
by Christopher J. Hobbs
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
The door slams shut, and you hear the whispered cries from the next room. Something isn’t right, and you don’t know if help will come in time. What happens next could change everything.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book provides a comprehensive exploration of child abuse and neglect, focusing on recognition, assessment, and treatment. Intended for older children and young adolescents, it addresses difficult themes with sensitivity and is suitable for ages 9-12, though parental guidance is recommended due to mature content. It aims to foster understanding of the factors surrounding maltreatment and supports awareness and empathy.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0443041466
- Pages
- 325
- Publisher
- Churchill Livingstone
- Published
- 1993
- Type
- Fiction