Catastrophe in southern Asia

Gail B. Stewart

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Catastrophe in southern Asia

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Tsunami of 2004

by Gail B. Stewart

Overview

Reading Level 8-9 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Experience the harrowing events of the 2004 tsunami that devastated southern Asia, reshaping lives and landscapes. Follow the powerful forces of nature and the courage of those caught in the disaster as they face unimaginable challenges. This gripping tale brings to light the impact of one of the deadliest natural catastrophes in recent history.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 8-9 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include death of major character, physical danger, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Death of Major Character Physical Danger Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
18,291 words
2h 2m read-aloud
ISBN
1590188314
Pages
112
Publisher
Lucent Books
Published
2005
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
18,291
Read-Aloud
~2h 2m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Indian Ocean Tsunami, 2004

Subjects

Indian Ocean Tsunami, 2004Tsunamis