Antibiotics
Tamra Orr
Antibiotics
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Tamra Orr
True Book: Greatest Discoveries and Discoverers
The text is written at a 6th 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
Discover the fascinating story behind antibiotics, from their groundbreaking discovery to the powerful role they play in fighting infections today. Explore how these medicines work to protect us and the incredible impact they have on health around the world. This journey through medical history reveals the science behind healing and the challenges faced along the way.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include illness & injury, physical danger. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780531218600
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Children's Press
- Published
- 2017
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 2,618
- Read-Aloud
- ~17 min
- Text Density
- Light Text