Crack, the new drug epidemic!

Gilda Berger

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Crack, the new drug epidemic!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gilda Berger

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

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

Drug AbuseYouth ChallengesSocial Issues

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 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Drug Use Addiction 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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
0531104109
Pages
128
Publisher
Franklin Watts
Published
1987
Type
Fiction

Genres

Crack (Drug)

Subjects

CrackDrug UseUnited StatesCocaineDrug AbuseAdolescentSubstance-Related DisordersPopular Works

Places

United States