Racism in Contemporary African American Children's and Young Adult Literature
Suriyan Panlay
Racism in Contemporary African American Children's and Young Adult Literature
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Suriyan Panlay
The text is written at a 6th 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
Here's a secret: some stories about kids just like you hide a tricky problem called internalized racism, where people start to believe bad things about themselves because of their skin color. This book uncovers how these hidden feelings can make growing up even harder, but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book critically examines the theme of internalized racism in contemporary African American children's and young adult literature, highlighting its psychological impact on young readers. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it offers thoughtful insights through analysis of works by prominent authors, making it a valuable resource for understanding racial issues in literature. Parents should note the advanced themes related to race and identity explored in this scholarly yet accessible text.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11ME — 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
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9783319428932
- Pages
- 216
- Publisher
- Springer
- Published
- 2016
- Type
- Fiction