The war between the classes

Gloria D. Miklowitz

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The war between the classes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gloria D. Miklowitz

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

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.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include racial discrimination, identity & self-discovery, bullying. Written for readers ages 13+.

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

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

8/10

Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

158 pages
37,285 words
4h 9m read-aloud
ISBN
0440994063
Pages
158
Publisher
Laurel Leaf
Published
1986
Type
Fiction
Word Count
37,285
Read-Aloud
~4h 9m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Japanese AmericansPrejudices