Endangered animals of the sea

William B. Rice

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Endangered animals of the sea

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by William B. Rice

TIME For Kids Nonfiction Readers

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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

Discover the fascinating creatures that call the oceans, rivers, and seas their home and learn why some of these amazing animals, like sea otters and sperm whales, are at risk of disappearing. Explore the science behind their habitats and the efforts being made to protect these endangered marine species.

Themes

Science & NatureMarine animalsEndangered speciesZoologyJuvenile Nonfiction

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

64 pages
4,834 words
32m read-aloud
ISBN
9781433349355
Pages
64
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Published
2013
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
4,834
Read-Aloud
~32 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Marine AnimalsEndangered SpeciesZoologyScience & Nature