Are We Trashing Our Environment (150028 Grades 6-7)

Jess French

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Are We Trashing Our Environment (150028 Grades 6-7)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Trash, Recycling, and Protecting our Planet

by Jess French

Reading Level 3 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Plastic toothbrushes pile up in landfills as the ocean swirls with a giant floating island of trash bigger than the USA. You scramble to sort your recycling, but what happens to all this waste? The truth about our planet’s trash is more shocking—and hopeful—than you think.

Themes

Science & NatureEnvironmental AwarenessConservationEducation

Quick Assessment

This engaging nonfiction book introduces young readers to the pressing environmental issues caused by waste and pollution, balanced with hopeful stories of recycling innovations and conservation efforts. Suitable for grades 6-7, it offers accessible explanations and practical tips for reducing environmental impact. Parents should note it covers real-world environmental challenges but presents them with an encouraging tone.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Environmental Issues Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

72 pages
ISBN
9789990826074
Pages
72
Publisher
Penguin
Published
December 1989
Type
Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction