Sexuality, Gender and Schooling

Mary Jane Kehily

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Sexuality, Gender and Schooling

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Shifting Agendas in Social Learning

by Mary Jane Kehily

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

Here's a secret: what kids really think about gender and growing up isn't always what adults expect. They learn about these things not just in school, but from TV shows, magazines, and friends. But that's only the beginning of understanding how they see themselves and the world.

Themes

EducationSocial AspectsSex Instruction for Children and Youth

Quick Assessment

This book explores how children and young people understand sexuality and gender beyond formal school lessons, drawing on research with young people and teachers. It reveals how popular culture and friendships shape their views, offering insights that may challenge traditional approaches to sex education. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it provides thoughtful discussion on important social and educational themes.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Sex Instruction for Children and Youth
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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

272 pages
ISBN
9781134464043
Pages
272
Publisher
Routledge
Published
2005
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Education, Social AspectsSex Instruction for Children and YouthSexSex InstructionSexual BehaviorÉducation SexuelleSexualitéJeunessePsychologyHuman SexualitySelf-HelpSexual InstructionSeksuele OpvoedingSekserolGender & Ethnic StudiesSocial SciencesGender Studies & Sexuality