Hurricane Katrina

Thomas K. Adamson

Cover of Hurricane Katrina

Hurricane Katrina

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Thomas K. Adamson

Deadly Disasters (Bellwether); Torque

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Page-Turner

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Explore the powerful story of Hurricane Katrina through vivid images and straightforward text that brings the storm's impact to life. Discover how people and animals faced danger, loss, and survival during this unforgettable event. This gripping tale sheds light on the challenges and emotions experienced during a major natural disaster.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include death & grief, abandonment, substance use. 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

Death & Grief Abandonment Substance Use Physical Danger Fear & Anxiety Illness & Injury
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

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

24 pages
685 words
5m read-aloud
ISBN
9781644875292
Pages
24
Publisher
Deadly Disasters
Published
2021
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
685
Read-Aloud
~5 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

Sociology