Dry Ice Investigations

Jacqueline Barber

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Dry Ice Investigations

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

For Grades 6-8

by Jacqueline Barber

Reading Level 5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Dry ice isn’t just cold—it’s a magical mystery waiting to explode right before your eyes! Discover how this frozen gas can teach you about chemistry and the invisible world of particles in the coolest way possible. Understanding dry ice means unlocking secrets that matter more than you ever imagined.

Themes

Science & NatureExperiments & ProjectsChemistryEducationCuriosity

Quick Assessment

This engaging middle-grade book introduces children ages 9-12 to the science of dry ice through hands-on experiments and clear explanations of chemistry concepts like phase changes and particulate matter. It offers practical guidance for students and educators on safely conducting investigations, making it an excellent resource for fostering curiosity and scientific thinking. The book is appropriate for school and home use, with safety tips included.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613952613
Publisher
Tandem Library
Published
November 1999
Type
Nonfiction

Subjects

Science & NatureExperiments & ProjectsScience & TechnologyScience