What reading level is Inheriting the city?

Inheriting the city by Philip Kasinitz is at a Level 8 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Inheriting the city appropriate for?

Inheriting the city is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12LS (Light — Social). Content flags: Social: Racial Discrimination.

What genre is Inheriting the city?

Inheriting the city is nonfiction — Social Science.

Does Inheriting the city have any content warnings?

Inheriting the city has a HootRating of 12LS (Light — Social). Content flags include: Social: Racial Discrimination. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Inheriting the city?

Inheriting the city by Philip Kasinitz is 420 pages.

Inheriting the city

Philip Kasinitz

Inheriting the city

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Children of Immigrants Come of Age

by Philip Kasinitz

Reading Level 8 12LS Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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

Here’s a secret: the city is full of kids whose families came from all over the world, and they’re finding clever ways to mix their traditions with new ones. They’re learning to speak English and chasing dreams just like anyone else, but their stories are just beginning to unfold. What will happen as they grow up in a city that’s always changing?

Themes

Children of immigrantsSocial conditionsMulticultural Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Inheriting the City explores the experiences of second-generation immigrant youths in a major urban setting, highlighting their challenges and successes as they integrate into mainstream society. Suitable for middle-grade readers, this book offers an insightful look at cultural blending and social mobility, with thoughtful attention to complex social issues like education and racial divides. Parents should note its focus on social conditions and immigrant experiences, presented in an accessible way for ages 9-12.