Violence and disability

Don Wells, Richard Lucardie, Sheila Mansell, Dick Sobsey

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Violence and disability

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

An Annotated Bibliography

by Don Wells, Richard Lucardie, Sheila Mansell, Dick Sobsey

Reading Level 6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

A shout echoes down the hallway as someone rushes to help. Hidden dangers lurk where you least expect them, and not everyone is safe. What happens when trust is broken?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction addresses the serious issue of abuse against children with disabilities, highlighting the increased risks they face in society. It aims to raise awareness and promote understanding of these challenges, providing a thoughtful resource for children aged 9-12. Parents should note the mature themes of violence and abuse handled sensitively but directly.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Abuse Physical/Safety: Physical Danger
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
5
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

258 pages
ISBN
9781557661722
Pages
258
Publisher
Brookes Publishing Company
Published
1995
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

People With DisabilitiesCrimes AgainstBibliographyAbuse ofChildren With DisabilitiesPeople With Disabilities, Bibliography