Cover of When Children Play

When Children Play

The Story of Right to Play

by Gina McMurchy-Barber

Reading Level 7-8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 7th 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

In challenging environments where survival is tough, children from refugee camps and war zones discover hope and healing through sports and games. This inspiring story highlights how play teaches important values like self-esteem and peace, transforming enemies into friends. It shares the powerful impact of Right to Play, a global organization bringing joy, friendship, and reconciliation to kids around the world.

Representation & Themes

SportsFriendshipSocial JusticeAdventureComing of Age

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Emotional: Trauma Social: War & Conflict Physical/Safety: Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9781554551545
Pages
56
Publisher
Ripple Effects
Published
2013
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
13,774

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

SportsSports, juvenile literaturePlayJuvenile literatureHistoryOuvrages pour la jeunesseHistoireOutdoor recreation for childrenSports for childrenLoisirs de plein air pour enfantsAspect socialSports pour enfantsJeuSports & RecreationSocial aspectsRight to Play International