What reading level is Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs?

Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs by Edgar Kathleen is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs appropriate for?

Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Social Violence.

What genre is Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs?

Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs is nonfiction — Social Science.

Does Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs have any content warnings?

Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Social Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs?

Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs by Edgar Kathleen is 184 pages.

Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs

Edgar Kathleen

Youth Violence, Crime and Gangs

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Children at Risk

by Edgar Kathleen

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

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

Did you know that youth violence isn’t just about fights at school? This book reveals the real stories behind gangs, crime, and what makes some neighborhoods unsafe. Understanding these facts matters because it helps us find ways to build safer communities for everyone.

Themes

Social ProblemsJuvenile JusticeViolence in SocietySociologyEducation

Quick Assessment

This nonfiction book provides an in-depth look at youth violence, gangs, and crime within the United States, using facts, charts, and statistics to explore these complex social issues. Aimed at middle-grade readers, it addresses topics such as school safety and the juvenile justice system in a straightforward manner. Parents should note that while the material is educational and age-appropriate for grades 4.5 and up, it touches on serious societal problems that may prompt discussion.