The Toronto youth crime & victimization survey

Julian Tanner

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The Toronto youth crime & victimization survey

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

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by Julian Tanner

Reading Level 4-5 9ME 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

Sirens wail as the city streets buzz with secrets. You’re right there, feeling the fear and daring to ask—what makes some kids say nothing when bad things happen? But the real danger might be what they don’t tell.

Themes

Youth CrimeVictimizationFear & SafetySocial JusticeUrban Life

Quick Assessment

This book explores a detailed survey of youth crime and victimization in Toronto, focusing on the experiences and fears of middle school and street youth. It addresses sensitive topics such as personal safety, unreported victimization, involvement in deviant behavior, and gang membership. Suitable for ages 9-12, parents should be aware of mature themes related to crime and youth challenges in urban environments.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Youth Crime Victimization Gang Involvement Substance Use
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

191 pages
ISBN
0919584896
Pages
191
Publisher
Centre of Criminology, University of Toronto
Published
2002
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Crimes AgainstOntarioTorontoVictims of CrimesVictims of Crimes Surveys

Places

TorontoOntario