Confronting child abuse through recreation
David L. Jewell
Confronting child abuse through recreation
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by David L. Jewell
The text is written at a 7th 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 if you could help kids who are hurting just by playing games and having fun? Imagine discovering secrets that could protect children and help them heal through recreation. But what happens when the truth is harder to face than anyone expected?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book explores the serious topic of child abuse and the role of recreational therapy in its identification and prevention. Written for ages 9-12, it thoughtfully addresses difficult issues in an accessible way, focusing on discovery, diagnosis, and treatment over fifteen chapters. Parents should be aware that the content involves sensitive themes related to abuse but is designed to educate and empower young readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12ME — 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
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0398056048
- Pages
- 337
- Publisher
- Charles C. Thomas Publisher
- Published
- 1989
- Type
- Fiction