What reading level is Fight back?

Fight back by Emil Farkas is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Fight back appropriate for?

Fight back is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LP (Light — Physical).

What genre is Fight back?

Fight back is fiction — Medical.

Does Fight back have any content warnings?

Fight back has a HootRating of 9LP (Light — Physical). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Fight back?

Fight back by Emil Farkas is 159 pages.

Fight back

Emil Farkas

Fight back

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Woman's Guide to Self-defense

by Emil Farkas

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The sharp snap of a defender’s grip fills the air as a sudden move changes everything. You can almost feel the tension in your muscles and the rush of adrenaline as every step counts. Learning to protect yourself isn’t just about moves—it’s about finding your courage.

Themes

Self-DefenseEmpowermentSafetyConfidence

Quick Assessment

This book offers a clear, practical guide to self-defense techniques specifically designed for young readers, focusing on empowering girls with skills to handle real-life situations. Illustrated with over three hundred photographs, it presents 40 different attack scenarios in an age-appropriate way. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it emphasizes confidence and personal safety without graphic content.