Growing Up Online

S. Weber, S. Dixon

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Growing Up Online

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Young People and Digital Technologies

by S. Weber, S. Dixon

Reading Level 6 11C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Have you ever wondered how girls everywhere use technology to shape who they are? Imagine a world where every click, game, and online chat helps build a unique story of identity. But what happens when race, class, and culture change the game entirely?

Themes

Human-computer interactionImpact of science & technology on societyWomen's studiesComputersSociologyIdentity & Self-DiscoveryMulticultural

Quick Assessment

This anthology explores how girls and young women from diverse backgrounds engage with digital technology, focusing on their identity development through online interactions and gameplay. It offers insights into the influence of race, class, and culture on technology use. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book thoughtfully addresses social and technological themes without mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11C — 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
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

288 pages
ISBN
9781403978141
Pages
288
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Published
October 2, 2007
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Social Science

Subjects

Human-computer InteractionImpact of Science & Technology on SocietyWomen's StudiesComputersSociologyComputer Books: Internet GeneralChildren's StudiesSocial AspectsSocial ScienceGender StudiesInternetVideo & ElectronicInternet and ChildrenInternet and WomenInternet and TeenagersAdolescentDatorerTonaringarSpelSociologiPojkarGenusEnfantJugendUngdomar Och InternetInformationsteknikNeue MedienLekComputerspielFlickorKo˜nskillnaderFemmeMassmediaDigital CommunicationsInternet, Social AspectsOnline ServicesSystem AdministrationStorage & Retrieval