What reading level is The delinquent boy?

The delinquent boy by John Slawson is at a Level 8 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The delinquent boy appropriate for?

The delinquent boy is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Bullying, Fear & Anxiety, Physical Danger.

What genre is The delinquent boy?

The delinquent boy is nonfiction — Social Science.

Does The delinquent boy have any content warnings?

The delinquent boy has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Bullying, Fear & Anxiety, Physical Danger. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The delinquent boy?

The delinquent boy by John Slawson is 477 pages.

The delinquent boy

John Slawson

The delinquent boy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Socio-psychological Study

by John Slawson

Reading Level 8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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 happens when a boy's choices lead him down a risky path in the bustling streets of New York? Picture a young kid caught between trouble and the chance to change, with every decision weighing heavy. Can he find a way out, or is the city’s pull too strong?

Themes

Juvenile DelinquencyComing of Age Family Social Justice Multicultural

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores the challenges of juvenile delinquency set in New York State, focusing on a boy navigating difficult choices. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers insight into the consequences of actions without graphic content. Parents should note themes of risk and redemption within an urban environment.