Social Work with Children and Families

Steve Rogowski

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Social Work with Children and Families

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Reflections of a Critical Practitioner

by Steve Rogowski

Reading Level 4-5 9MS Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to help families and kids when things get really tough? Imagine stepping into a world where you have to decide how to keep children safe while also making sure their families get the support they need. But what happens when rules make helping harder instead of easier?

Quick Assessment

This book explores the evolving role of social work with children and families over the past forty years, focusing on the challenges and changes in support systems. It discusses the shift from supportive care to more regulatory approaches and highlights the balance between meeting immediate needs and striving for social justice. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it provides a thoughtful look at social work without graphic content but may involve complex social themes.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MS — Moderate — Social
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Moderate

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

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

190 pages
ISBN
9781317053286
Pages
190
Publisher
Routledge
Published
2016
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Family Social WorkSocial Work With Children