Cover of The War At Home

The War At Home

by Mary Turck

Cover-to-Cover Informational

Reading Level 5 Very Intense (Lvl 5) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is very intense with mature or graphic material.

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About This Book

Amid the turbulent 1960s, a young protagonist navigates the harsh realities of family struggles and societal unrest. Facing challenges like addiction, violence, and emotional turmoil, this story reveals the strength needed to endure and heal during difficult times. It offers a candid look at the complexities of home life and personal resilience.

Representation & Themes

FamilyHistoricalSocial JusticeMental Health

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 5 — Very Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Graphic or sustained depictions of trauma, violence, or mature content.

Content Flags

Domestic Violence Addiction Alcohol Abuse Torture Emotional Abuse Mental Health PTSD Animal Death Physical Mutilation Eating Disorder Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
078915840X
Pages
72
Published
June 2002
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
9,781

Genres

Readers for new literates

Subjects

United States - 20th CenturyPeople & Places - OtherJuvenile FictionChildren's 9-12 - History - General1961-19691961-1974HistoryJuvenile literatureUnited StatesChildren: Grades 4-6