International Incidence of Childhood Cancer

D. M. Parkin

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International Incidence of Childhood Cancer

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by D. M. Parkin

Reading Level 8 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered how often children around the world get sick with cancer? Imagine a huge map filled with numbers and stories from over 130 places, showing where and how these illnesses happen. But what do these numbers really mean for kids everywhere?

Themes

Children_DiseasesScience & NatureHealth Education

Quick Assessment

This book provides a detailed, data-driven overview of childhood cancer incidence from the 1980s, based on validated records from over 130 cancer registries worldwide. It explains classification systems and offers comparative statistics, suitable for middle-grade readers with a strong interest in medical topics. Parents should note the scientific nature and complexity of the content, which may require adult guidance for full comprehension.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Illness & Injury Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

510 pages
ISBN
9789283221449
Pages
510
Publisher
World Health Organization
Published
1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Children_diseasesTumors In Children