What reading level is Hurricane force?

Hurricane force by Joseph B. Treaster is at a Level 8-9 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades Plus readers (Ages 11+).

What age is Hurricane force appropriate for?

Hurricane force is recommended for Ages 11+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety, Poverty & Hardship.

What genre is Hurricane force?

Hurricane force is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction. Part of the New York Times Book series.

Does Hurricane force have any content warnings?

Hurricane force has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety, Poverty & Hardship. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Hurricane force

Joseph B. Treaster

Hurricane force

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

tracking America's killer storms

by Joseph B. Treaster

New York Times Book

Reading Level 8-9 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 11+ Balanced Read

A Junior Library Guild selection

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Experience the fierce power of Hurricane Katrina as it batters New Orleans with relentless winds and rising floodwaters. From the perspective of a journalist trapped inside the police headquarters, witness the chaos, bravery, and unfolding drama of a storm that changed history. Discover how this massive hurricane formed far away and grew into a force that tested a city’s strength and resilience.

Themes

Natural DisastersResilienceJournalismAdventure

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 8-9 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, fear & anxiety, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 11+.