Decomposers in the Food Chain (The Library of Food Chains and Food Webs)
Alice B. McGinty
Decomposers in the Food Chain (The Library of Food Chains and Food Webs)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Alice B. McGinty
Library of Food Chains and Food Webs; PowerKids Press
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Discover the amazing role of decomposers as they help break down plants and animals, turning them into nutrients that keep the earth healthy. Meet different decomposers and learn how they work quietly behind the scenes in nature's great recycling system. Perfect for young explorers curious about how life stays connected in the food chain!
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0823957578
- Pages
- 24
- Publisher
- PowerKids Press
- Published
- August 2002
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 2,167
- Read-Aloud
- ~14 min
- Text Density
- Light Text