Nuclear and toxic waste
Stefan Kiesbye
Nuclear and toxic waste
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Stefan Kiesbye
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
The sharp, acrid smell of chemicals fills the air, making the ground beneath your feet feel unsafe. Hidden dangers lurk in barrels and dumps, threatening the plants, animals, and people nearby. Can anyone stop the spread of this invisible poison before it’s too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book introduces readers to the serious issues surrounding hazardous and radioactive waste, exploring their health and environmental impacts. It discusses what these wastes are, how they contaminate the environment, and public policies designed to manage them. Suitable for ages 9-12, it handles complex topics in an accessible way without graphic content.
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Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780737746815
- Pages
- 118
- Publisher
- Greenhaven Publishing
- Published
- 2010
- Type
- Fiction