Kids who kill

Charles Patrick Ewing

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Kids who kill

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Charles Patrick Ewing

Reading Level 6 11IP Ages 9-12 Heads Up

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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Did you know some kids have done things so shocking, even adults find them hard to understand? Behind their stories are secrets of pain and anger that led them down dark paths. But that's only the beginning.

Themes

True CrimeViolenceAbusePsychological TraumaFamily

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book explores true crime cases involving children who have committed serious crimes, including murder. It delves into complex and mature themes such as abuse, violence, and the psychological factors behind juvenile crime, making it suitable for older middle-grade readers with parental guidance. The content may be distressing for sensitive readers due to its depiction of real-life tragic events.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11IP — Intense — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Intense
Social
Intense
Thematic
Clear

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Abuse Emotional: Violence Physical/Safety: Realistic Violence Social: Poverty & Hardship
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

228 pages
ISBN
9780380715251
Pages
228
Publisher
Harper Collins
Published
1992
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

True CrimeMurderChildren, Legal Status, Laws, EtcHomicide

Places

United States