Fats, Sugars, and Empty Calories

Autumn Libal

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Fats, Sugars, and Empty Calories

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Fast Food Habit

by Autumn Libal

Reading Level 4-5 9LS Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

A sizzling burger lands on the table as the clock ticks down—will Jamie choose the tempting fast food or something healthier? The smell fills the air, making the choice even harder. But what happens next might change everything Jamie thought about mealtime.

Themes

HealthYouthWeight ControlHealth Juvenile Literature

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book addresses the impact of fast food on childhood obesity, illustrating the challenges kids face with unhealthy eating habits. It encourages awareness of health risks and empowers young readers to make better food choices, suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note it discusses weight control and the influence of the fast-food industry in an age-appropriate way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LS — Light — Social
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Health Awareness Weight Control
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
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9781590849439
Pages
112
Publisher
Mason Crest
Published
2006
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Health_juvenile LiteratureHealthWeight Control