Why Won't You Listen to Me!

R. Charles Jackard

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Why Won't You Listen to Me!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by R. Charles Jackard

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 sharp clang of the school bell echoes through the halls, mixing with whispers and footsteps that tell stories of growing pains and new beginnings. Imagine the tension in a classroom where voices struggle to be heard and feelings run deep. Sometimes, understanding each other feels like trying to catch a gust of wind—but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

AdolescenceEducationFamilyParenting

Quick Assessment

Drawing on over 25 years of experience as a principal and director of an alternative education high school, Dr. R. Charles Jackard explores the challenges faced by today's youth. This book offers practical examples, exercises, and insights designed to help adults better understand and support children and adolescents, particularly in educational and family settings. Suitable for parents and educators of middle-grade children, it emphasizes communication and relationship-building without including content unsuitable for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

224 pages
ISBN
9781585970612
Pages
224
Publisher
Leathers Publishing
Published
February 15, 2001
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Children's StudiesAdolescenceEducationFamily & RelationshipsParentingTeenagersSpecial EducationSocially HandicappedSociology