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The war between the classes

by Gloria D. Miklowitz

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Amy and Adam struggle to keep their relationship alive amid their families' disapproval and a school experiment that exposes harsh truths about class and race. As the 'color game' divides their classmates and threatens friendships, Amy must decide whether to stand up and challenge the unfair system. Together, they navigate the challenges of prejudice, identity, and young love.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalFriendshipComing of AgeSocial JusticeRomance

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

Racial Discrimination Identity & Self-Discovery Bullying Divorce & Family Change
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0440994063
Pages
158
Published
1986
Type
Fiction
Word Count
37,285

Genres

Young Adult Fiction

Subjects

Japanese Americans -- Juvenile fiction.Prejudices -- Juvenile fiction.