Children in new religions
Susan J. Palmer, Charlotte Hardman
Children in new religions
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Susan J. Palmer, Charlotte Hardman
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
What if you grew up in a world where your family’s beliefs were very different from everyone else’s? Imagine living in a community full of new and unusual ideas, while the outside world feels like a strange place you’re just starting to understand. How would you decide what to believe and who you really are?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book explores the experiences of children raised in various new religious movements during the late 1960s and 1970s, highlighting their unique perspectives and challenges. It examines how these children navigate between their communities and the broader secular world, while also addressing important questions about child welfare in alternative religious settings. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it provides thoughtful insights without graphic or intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MT — Moderate — ThematicLight 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
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0813526191
- Pages
- 254
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Fiction