Drugs and the body

Lorrie Klosterman

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Drugs and the body

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lorrie Klosterman

Reading Level 4-5 9ME 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 substances can change your body and mind in ways you might never expect. From what happens inside when someone uses alcohol, ecstasy, or steroids to the surprises hiding beneath the surface. But that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This informative book offers a straightforward explanation of how various drugs affect the body, especially focusing on young readers aged 9-12. It covers the physiological impact of substances like alcohol, marijuana, ecstasy, inhalants, and steroids, emphasizing the importance of making informed choices without being preachy. The content is suitable for middle-grade readers, providing factual information in a clear, accessible manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

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

Content Flags

Substance Use
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

156 pages
ISBN
9780761426752
Pages
156
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish
Published
2006
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

DrugsPhysiological EffectPsychotropic DrugsSubstance Abuse