In the name of the child
Robert D. Cooter
In the name of the child
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
health and welfare, 1880-1940
by Robert D. Cooter
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
The sharp scent of antiseptic fills the air as nurses bustle through the crowded hospital halls. Children’s whispers and the soft rustle of bandages tell stories of hope and healing amid a time of great change. Behind every caring hand lies a hidden history of how the world has fought to protect childhood itself.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade historical fiction delves into the evolving perspectives on child health and welfare around the time of the First World War. It offers insight into how medical and social reforms were influenced by political and cultural forces, making it a thoughtful read for ages 9-12 interested in history and social studies. Parents should note the book touches on historical instances of child abuse and welfare, providing context without graphic detail.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0415057434
- Pages
- 292
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Published
- 1992
- Type
- Nonfiction