Listening to crickets

Candice F. Ransom

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Listening to crickets

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Candice F. Ransom

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring journey of Rachel Carson, a pioneering marine biologist whose passion for nature led her to challenge the use of harmful pesticides. Follow her story as she blends science and storytelling to change the world and protect the environment for future generations.

Themes

BiographyScience & NatureEnvironmentalismComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

64 pages
7,387 words
49m read-aloud
ISBN
0876147279
Pages
64
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Published
1993
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
7,387
Read-Aloud
~49 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Carson, Rachel, 1907-1964Marine BiologistsUnited StatesEnvironmentalistsScience WritersBiologistsWomen