Violence-proof your kids now

Erika V. Shearin Karres

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Violence-proof your kids now

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

How to Recognize the 8 Warning Signs and What to Do About Them

by Erika V. Shearin Karres

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if you could spot the signs of trouble before it starts? Imagine knowing how to help friends who feel alone or angry at school. But how can you protect everyone when danger feels so close?

Themes

School violenceProblem youthPsychologyFamilySocial JusticeComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book addresses the serious issue of youth violence in schools through the lens of an expert with personal experience of trauma. It offers insight into identifying warning signs of violent behavior and practical strategies to promote safety and emotional well-being. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book sensitively explores complex themes like school violence and psychological challenges faced by youth.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate ←
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Bullying Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Physical/Safety: Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

225 pages
ISBN
9781573245142
Pages
225
Publisher
Conari Press
Published
2000
Type
Fiction

Genres

Family & Relationships

Subjects

Children and ViolenceUnited StatesPreventionViolence in ChildrenSchool ViolenceProblem YouthPsychologyProblem ChildrenParent and ChildChild RearingViolence, PreventionParenting

Places

United States