Expressive arts therapies in schools

Karen Frostig

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Expressive arts therapies in schools

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Supervision and Program Development Guide

by Karen Frostig

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Expressive arts therapies in schools have the power to change how kids feel and learn every single day. Imagine a place where painting, music, and movement help unlock your happiest, strongest self. This book shows why these creative therapies matter more than ever for school kids.

Themes

Mental HealthArts & CreativityEducationTherapeutic SupportSchool Setting

Quick Assessment

This book offers a comprehensive guide for expressive arts therapists and educators working in school settings, focusing on practical strategies and supervision models to support students' mental health through creative arts. Suitable for ages 9-12, it provides insight into how therapeutic art programs can enhance well-being and academic success. Parents should note it is an educational resource rather than a storybook, designed to inform on the role and benefits of arts therapies in schools.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

108 pages
ISBN
0398068682
Pages
108
Publisher
Charles C. Thomas Publisher
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

School ChildrenMental Health ServicesUnited StatesArtsTherapeutic Use

Places

United States