Children of war
Roger Rosenblatt
Children of war
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Roger Rosenblatt
The text is written at a 6th 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
Here's a secret: kids just like you live in places where the world feels like a battlefield. They share their dreams, their worries, and their hopes for peace, but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book presents the voices of children caught in conflicts around the world, exploring their perspectives on war and peace. Based on real interviews, it offers a thoughtful look at difficult themes appropriate for ages 9-12, with sensitive handling of war's impact on children.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0385182724
- Pages
- 200
- Publisher
- Anchor
- Published
- 1992
- Type
- Nonfiction