Coping with Date Rape and Acquaintance Rape
Melissa Mayer
Coping with Date Rape and Acquaintance Rape
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Melissa Mayer
The text is written at a 4th 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
There’s a secret many don’t talk about—what happens when someone close to you breaks a trust in a very serious way. Understanding what to do when faced with something scary and confusing can feel overwhelming, but learning the truth is the first step—and that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book provides an honest and age-appropriate exploration of date rape and acquaintance rape, aimed at middle-grade readers. It offers clear explanations about consent, advice on how to respond after an incident, and challenges harmful social attitudes. The content is handled with care and sensitivity, making it suitable for ages 9-12, though parents may want to be prepared for frank discussions about sexual violence.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9IE — Intense — EmotionalHeavy 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
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781499467147
- Pages
- 114
- Publisher
- The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Fiction