What reading level is Deadly Mine?

Deadly Mine by Kevin Blake is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Deadly Mine appropriate for?

Deadly Mine is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Illness & Injury, Fear & Anxiety, Poverty & Hardship.

What genre is Deadly Mine?

Deadly Mine is nonfiction. Part of the Eco-Disasters series.

Does Deadly Mine have any content warnings?

Deadly Mine has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Illness & Injury, Fear & Anxiety, Poverty & Hardship. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Deadly Mine

Kevin Blake

Deadly Mine

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Libby, Montana

by Kevin Blake

Eco-Disasters

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 5th 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

In 1963 Montana, Les Skramstad returns home from working in the local mill and mine, unaware that the fine brown dust coating him is actually deadly asbestos. As the hidden danger looms, the story reveals the risks faced by Les and his family in their everyday lives. This gripping tale sheds light on the unseen hazards lurking in a small mining town.

Themes

Family Historical Social Justice Science & Nature

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include illness & injury, fear & anxiety, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 9-12.