Teen Suicide

Lorena Huddle

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Teen Suicide

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lorena Huddle

Reading Level 3 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

What if you could understand why some teenagers feel so sad they think about giving up? Imagine learning the signs that someone might need help before it's too late. But what can you do when you see a friend struggling?

Themes

Mental HealthEmotionalFamilyFriendshipSocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This sensitive fictional book explores the difficult topic of teen suicide in a way accessible to early readers aged 5-8. It covers reasons behind suicidal thoughts, warning signs, prevention strategies, and coping with loss, aiming to educate young children with age-appropriate language. Parents should be aware that the subject matter is serious and may require adult guidance during reading.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Suicidal Behavior Loss & Grief Fear & Anxiety
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
2
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

66 pages
ISBN
9780516304137
Pages
66
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group
Published
June 1988
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Suicidal BehaviorSuicideTeenagersUnited States