What reading level is Kidding around?

Kidding around by Alexander N. Howe is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Kidding around appropriate for?

Kidding around is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Complex Vocabulary, Non-Linear Narrative.

What genre is Kidding around?

Kidding around is nonfiction — Social Science.

Does Kidding around have any content warnings?

Kidding around has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Complex Vocabulary, Non-Linear Narrative. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Kidding around?

Kidding around by Alexander N. Howe is 240 pages.

Kidding around

Alexander N. Howe

Kidding around

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Child in Film and Media

by Alexander N. Howe

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

The faint buzz of a projector flickers in the air, mixing with the rustle of pages and the distant laughter of kids watching their favorite cartoons. Imagine diving into a world where stories about childhood come to life through movies, books, and even playgrounds. It's a journey that reveals how these stories shape what it means to be a kid, but there's so much more beneath the surface.

Themes

Children in Motion PicturesMass Media and ChildrenFamily Social Justice

Quick Assessment

Kidding Around is a collection of scholarly essays exploring how childhood and children are portrayed in various media forms, including films, books, and cartoons from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. It offers a critical analysis of the cultural and political narratives surrounding childhood, suitable for mature middle-grade readers interested in media studies or social themes. While primarily academic, the book provides insightful perspectives on media influence without graphic content, making it appropriate for ages 9-12 with adult guidance.