Preventing child sexual abuse
Kathryn Goering Reid
Preventing child sexual abuse
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Curriculum for Children Ages Nine Through Twelve
by Kathryn Goering Reid
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
There’s a secret many kids don’t know—how to keep themselves safe from harm, even when grown-ups don’t always explain it. This story shares important truths wrapped in gentle lessons, mixing stories from the Bible with real-life advice, but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers a faith-based approach to educating children ages 9-12 about preventing sexual abuse, combining biblical teachings with well-regarded secular information. It is designed as a series of 13 sessions suitable for religious education settings, aiming to empower children with knowledge while respecting their developmental stage. Parents should note the sensitive subject matter handled thoughtfully within a Christian context.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780829808100
- Pages
- 125
- Publisher
- United Church Press
- Published
- 1989
- Type
- Nonfiction