Malaria, West Nile, and other mosquito-borne diseases
Nancy Day
Malaria, West Nile, and other mosquito-borne diseases
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
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
Dive into the world of mosquito-borne illnesses and discover how diseases like malaria and West Nile virus affect people around the globe. Explore the role mosquitoes play in spreading these illnesses and the impact on human health. Learn about the challenges in fighting these tiny yet powerful carriers of disease.
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, physical danger. 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.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0766015971
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Enslow Publishers
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 19,042
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 7m
- Text Density
- Light Text