Shocking Violence
Rosemarie Scolaro Moser, Corinne E. Frantz
Shocking Violence
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Youth Perpetrators and Victims--a Multidisciplinary Perspective
by Rosemarie Scolaro Moser, Corinne E. Frantz
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
What makes some kids hurt others instead of helping? Imagine trying to understand why certain events shocked entire communities and how people are working to stop it from happening again. The answers might surprise you—and the story is just getting started.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers a multidisciplinary look at youth violence, exploring psychological, social, and environmental factors behind violent behaviors in children and teens. It includes real cases and provides recommendations for educators, parents, and professionals to identify risks and intervene early. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it addresses challenging topics with sensitivity and is intended to foster understanding and prevention.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780398071202
- Pages
- 207
- Publisher
- Charles C Thomas Pub Ltd
- Published
- October 2000
- Type
- Nonfiction