Universality, selectivity, and effectiveness in social policy
Davies, Bleddyn.
Universality, selectivity, and effectiveness in social policy
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Davies, Bleddyn.
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
The smell of fresh bread fills the school cafeteria, where kids chatter about their lunches and the choices they have. But what if some children don’t get enough to eat because of rules that decide who gets what? Feeling hungry can make you think about fairness in ways you never expected.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book explores themes of social policy and food accessibility through the lens of school children in Great Britain. It offers an accessible introduction to important societal issues like fairness and resource distribution, appropriate for ages 9-12. Parents should note the book addresses social inequality in a thoughtful but straightforward manner.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MS — Moderate — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0435822667
- Pages
- 264
- Publisher
- Heinemann Educational Publishers
- Published
- 1978
- Type
- Nonfiction