Drugs, Group 2 (Drugs)

Marshall Cavendish Corporation

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Drugs, Group 2 (Drugs)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marshall Cavendish Corporation

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what happens inside your body when certain drugs take over? Imagine learning the secrets behind substances like amphetamines, cocaine, and heroin — how they affect the mind and body, and why laws exist to control them. But what really happens if someone gets caught in their grip?

Themes

Health & Daily LivingSubstance AbuseJuvenile Nonfiction

Quick Assessment

This nonfiction book provides a clear and age-appropriate overview of several common drugs, including amphetamines, cocaine, depressants, heroin, and LSD. It covers their history, causes of abuse, legal regulations, and physical effects on the body, making it suitable for teenagers aged 13 to 18. Parents should note that it addresses substance abuse from an educational perspective but contains content about drug effects and laws.

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 abuse Health & Daily Living - Substance Abuse
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
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9780761419716
Pages
112
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Published
September 30, 2005
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Health & Daily LivingSubstance AbuseDrug Abuse