Protecting the emotional development of the ill child

Evelyn K. Oremland, Jerome D. Oremland

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Protecting the emotional development of the ill child

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Essence of the Child Life Profession

by Evelyn K. Oremland, Jerome D. Oremland

Reading Level 6 11LE 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

What happens when a child faces a long hospital stay and tough treatments? Imagine having a special friend who helps you play and feel brave even when things are scary. But can this friendship really protect a child’s heart and hope through the hardest times?

Themes

Mental HealthFriendshipFamilyScience & NaturePsychology

Quick Assessment

This book explores the role of Child Life specialists in supporting the emotional and psychological development of children experiencing chronic illness and hospitalization. Through real case studies, it highlights how therapeutic play and ongoing emotional support help children cope during difficult medical experiences. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it sensitively addresses mental health aspects related to illness without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

266 pages
ISBN
9781887841207
Pages
266
Publisher
Psychosocial Press
Published
2000
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Sick ChildrenMental HealthPsychologyPediatricsPsychological AspectsPlay Therapy