Food

Peter D. Riley

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Food

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Peter D. Riley

Cycles in Science

Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Matched Page-Turner

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Discover the fascinating journey of energy through the natural world, where plants, animals, and tiny organisms all play vital roles in the circle of life. This story explores how every creature depends on another, highlighting the delicate balance that keeps our planet thriving. Along the way, witness the challenges faced in protecting nature while feeding a growing population.

Themes

EcologyFood ChainEnvironmental AwarenessSurvival

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include animal harm, death, unconsciousness. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Animal Harm Death Unconsciousness Body Horror Cannibalism Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

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
8
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
4,760 words
32m read-aloud
ISBN
1575726181
Pages
32
Publisher
Heinemann Educational Books
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
4,760
Read-Aloud
~32 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Food ChainsPollutionEnvironmental AspectsEcology