Drugs (Life Files)

Julian Cohen

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Drugs (Life Files)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Julian Cohen

Reading Level 3 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered why some kids say no to drugs while others say yes? Imagine a world where making choices about smoking, drinking, or taking medicine could change everything. What happens when those choices lead to trouble no one expected?

Themes

Addiction: social aspectsSmoking, alcohol, drugs & substance abusePsychologyJuvenile NonfictionChildren: Grades 4-6

Quick Assessment

This nonfiction book introduces young readers to the complex topic of drug use and abuse, focusing on the social and health risks associated with both legal and illegal substances. It provides factual information, case studies, and encourages critical thinking by presenting arguments on both sides of the debate. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8 and grades 3-6, it also includes helpful glossaries and resources for further support.

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

Addiction & Substance Abuse Health Risks Legal Issues
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
2
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

64 pages
ISBN
9780237515089
Pages
64
Publisher
Evans Brothers Limited
Published
September 1995
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Addiction: Social AspectsSmoking, Alcohol, Drugs & Substance AbusePsychologyPsychopathologyAddictionSubstance Abuse & AddictionsDrug AbuseDrugs