Youth and leisure

Roberts, Kenneth

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Youth and leisure

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Roberts, Kenneth

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Here’s a secret: young people are changing the rules of school, work, and fun in ways no one expected. They stay in school longer and challenge old ideas about what boys and girls can do, but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Young AdultsSocial ClassesLeisureAdolescenceCultural Change

Quick Assessment

This book explores how young people in post-war Britain are navigating extended education, shifting gender roles, and evolving leisure activities. It combines research and adolescent theory to provide insight into youth culture and social class dynamics, suitable for teens aged 13-18. Parents should note this is a thoughtful, sociological look at youth experiences rather than a traditional narrative.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Social Change 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
7
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

210 pages
ISBN
0043011659
Pages
210
Publisher
Allen & Unwin Australia
Published
1983
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Leisure

Subjects

Young AdultsGreat BritainRecreationSocial ClassesLeisure

Places

Great Britain