Children in chaos
Leonard Harris, Thomas Harper, Matthew Lipman
Children in chaos
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A "philosophy for Children" Experience
by Leonard Harris, Thomas Harper, Matthew Lipman
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
What if thinking deeply could change the way kids learn and live? In busy Washington, D.C. schools, children discover how asking big questions and sharing ideas can build a strong, caring community. This story shows why learning to think matters more than ever.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Children in Chaos is a fictionalized exploration of the Philosophy for Children program implemented in Washington, D.C. public schools during the late 1980s. It highlights how critical thinking and community-building can support African American children facing social challenges such as drug use and adolescent crime. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, it introduces themes of education, social environment, and cognitive development in an accessible way.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8MS — Moderate — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780840366443
- Pages
- 94
- Publisher
- Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company
- Published
- 1991
- Type
- Nonfiction