Food webs
Susan Heinrichs Gray
Food webs
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Susan Heinrichs Gray
Exploring Science: Life Science
The text is written at a 7th 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 how plants, animals, and other living creatures are all connected through a complex network called the food web. Explore the fascinating ways energy moves through nature and see how every organism plays a vital role in keeping ecosystems balanced. Perfect for young readers curious about the natural world.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780756532611
- Pages
- 26
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- 2008
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 5,886
- Read-Aloud
- ~39 min
- Text Density
- Standard