What is War? What is Peace?
Richard Rabinowitz
What is War? What is Peace?
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
50 Questions and Answers for Kids
by Richard Rabinowitz
The text is written at a 4th 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
Explosions echo as soldiers rush through the desert, searching for answers in the chaos of the Persian Gulf War. Machines roar and strategies clash, but what really makes a war start—and how can peace ever win? The battle is just beginning, and the truth is harder than it looks.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade nonfiction book explores the causes and complexities of war using the Persian Gulf War of 1991 alongside other historical examples. It presents military science concepts and encourages critical thinking about conflict and peace. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains some descriptions of war that may require parental guidance for sensitive readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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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.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780380767045
- Pages
- 132
- Publisher
- Avon Books
- Published
- 1991
- Type
- Nonfiction