Heredity

Dennis B. Fradin

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Heredity

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dennis B. Fradin

New True Books

Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 5-8 Heads Up Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Discover the fascinating world of heredity and learn how traits like eye color and height are passed from parents to children. Explore the roles of genes, chromosomes, and even twins in shaping who we are. This engaging story makes complex science easy and fun for young readers.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include death of a pet, child abuse, gaslighting. Written for readers ages 5-8.

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

Death of a Pet Child Abuse Gaslighting Addiction Drug Use Animals Harmed
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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

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

45 pages
1,783 words
12m read-aloud
ISBN
0516012339
Pages
45
Publisher
Children's Press(CT)
Published
1987
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,783
Read-Aloud
~12 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

GeneticsHeredity