Teen Violence

Joseph Kolb

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Teen Violence

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

How Do We Save Our Children?

by Joseph Kolb

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

The sharp sound of shouting echoes down the street, mixed with the pounding of hurried footsteps. Behind locked doors, kids like you face challenges that no one should have to endure. Understanding these moments is the first step toward making every neighborhood a safer place to grow up.

Themes

Juvenile DelinquencyPreventionFamilySocial JusticeCommunity

Quick Assessment

This book explores the complex causes and consequences of youth violence in America, aimed at middle-grade readers. It provides a thoughtful look at the environmental, social, and cultural factors influencing young people, along with proven strategies for prevention and support. Suitable for ages 9-12, it approaches difficult topics with care to foster awareness and empathy.

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

Violence Fear & Anxiety Bullying
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

188 pages
ISBN
9789995562625
Pages
188
Publisher
Hatherleigh Press
Published
October 1995
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

PreventionUnited StatesViolence