The Safe Child Handbook

John S. Dacey

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The Safe Child Handbook

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

How to Protect Your Family and Cope with Anxiety in a Threat-Filled World

by John S. Dacey

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Everyone says safety is boring, but what if knowing the right steps could make you feel like a superhero? Imagine mastering how to stay safe from storms, strangers, and even scary situations at school without freaking out. That’s exactly what this book promises—and it might just change how you see the world around you.

Themes

FamilySafetyParentingChild EmpowermentPractical Advice

Quick Assessment

The Safe Child Handbook offers practical guidance for families on preparing for common threats such as emergencies, kidnapping, and media influence, while focusing on reducing anxiety for both parents and children. Aimed at middle-grade readers and their caregivers, it includes step-by-step advice and activities designed to empower children aged 9 to 12 with confidence. The book’s approach balances realistic safety strategies with emotional support, making it a useful resource for family safety education.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

224 pages
ISBN
9780787986889
Pages
224
Publisher
Jossey-Bass
Published
September 1, 2006
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Advice on ParentingUnited StatesFamily/MarriageChildren's AccidentsFamily & RelationshipsFamilyParentingChildbirthSafety EducationSafetyChild DevelopmentChild RearingPreventionConduct of LifeChildren

Places

United States