Killer Superbugs
Nancy Day
Killer Superbugs
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Story of Drug-Resistant Diseases (Issues in Focus)
by Nancy Day
The text is written at a 9th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Explore the fascinating journey of antibiotics from their discovery to the rise of powerful superbugs that no longer respond to treatment. Discover the challenges doctors face today as they battle these resistant germs and the impact on global health. This eye-opening story reveals how science and medicine are evolving to fight back against these invisible enemies.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 9-10 book with mild content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. Content themes include illness & injury, science & nature. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0766015882
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Enslow Publishers
- Published
- August 2001
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 19,497
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 10m
- Text Density
- Standard