Investing in children

United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies.

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Investing in children

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Hearings Before a Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, United States Senate, One Hundred Second Congress, Second Session, Special Hearings

by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies.

Reading Level 6 11MS 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Imagine a world where every child gets the help they need to learn and grow strong. This book shares real voices from cities across America, showing how important it is to invest in kids’ futures. What happens when communities come together to support their children? That’s where the story really begins.

Themes

Poverty & HardshipSocial JusticeFamilyEducation

Quick Assessment

This book presents testimonies from a series of congressional hearings focused on improving education and social services for children in the United States. It offers insights into the challenges faced by underprivileged children and the efforts to increase federal support for their welfare. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it provides a thoughtful look at social issues without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11MS — Moderate — Social
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

262 pages
ISBN
0160395518
Pages
262
Publisher
U.S. G.P.O.
Published
1992
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Poor ChildrenServices forUnited StatesChildrenSocial ConditionsChild WelfareFederal Aid to Child Welfare

Places

United States