Classic Roses

P. Beales

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Classic Roses

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

An Illustrated Encyclopaedia and Grower's Manual of Old Roses, Shrub Roses and Climbers

by P. Beales

Reading Level 8 12C Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if you could uncover hidden treasures right in your own garden? Imagine discovering rare and beautiful roses that have been lost for years and learning the secrets to keeping them healthy and blooming. But can you protect these precious flowers from sneaky pests and tricky diseases?

Themes

GardeningPlantsHorticultureNatureAdventure

Quick Assessment

Classic Roses offers a detailed look at the world of rose gardening, enriched with expert insights on rose preservation, diseases, and pests. Suitable for middle-grade readers, this book blends fiction with educational content about horticulture and plant care. It encourages curiosity about nature while introducing scientific concepts in an accessible way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
7
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

464 pages
ISBN
9781860463037
Pages
464
Publisher
Random House
Published
February 1, 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Florist CropsGardeningHorticultureGardening/PlantsFlowersRoses