Social work with children and families

Ian Butler

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Social work with children and families

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Getting Into Practice

by Ian Butler

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

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

Social workers don’t just help—they change lives in surprising ways! Discover how they support kids and families through tough times, standing strong even when things get complicated. Understanding their role could be the key to making a real difference in your community.

Themes

Social WorkFamilyChild WelfareSelf-Reflection

Quick Assessment

This book offers a clear introduction to social work focused on children and families, covering important topics such as family dynamics, parenting challenges, abuse, assessment, and legal processes. It encourages social workers to reflect on their personal strengths and limitations, making it suitable for middle-grade readers interested in social issues and helping professions. The content is appropriate for ages 9-12 and handles sensitive subjects with care.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Abuse Emotional: Family Change Social: Legal Processes
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
2
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

287 pages
ISBN
1853023655
Pages
287
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley
Published
1997
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Social Work With ChildrenGreat BritainFamily Social Work

Places

Great Britain