Crack, the new drug epidemic!
Gilda Berger
Crack, the new drug epidemic!
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gilda Berger
The text is written at a 4th 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
Here's a secret: some drugs seem harmless at first but can change lives in unexpected ways. Crack is one of those drugs, and it’s causing big problems in neighborhoods across the country. But that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers a straightforward look at the crack drug epidemic aimed at middle-grade readers. It explains how crack is made and sold, the dangers and addiction risks, and the community efforts to combat it. Suitable for ages 9-12, parents should be aware that it addresses drug use and addiction in an age-appropriate yet realistic manner.
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
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0531104109
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Franklin Watts
- Published
- 1987
- Type
- Fiction