On the coral reefs

Sneed B. Collard

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On the coral reefs

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sneed B. Collard

Science Adventures (Marshall Cavendish)

Reading Level 7-8 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot Page-Turner

The text is written at a 7th 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

Dive into the vibrant world beneath the waves, where Dr. Alexander Grutter and his team explore the fascinating connections that keep coral reefs alive and thriving. Discover how these underwater ecosystems work together in a colorful and lively environment full of surprises. Perfect for young readers eager to learn about marine science and the wonders of coral reefs.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7-8 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
2
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

54 pages
5,506 words
37m read-aloud
ISBN
0761419535
Pages
54
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish
Published
2005
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
5,506
Read-Aloud
~37 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Coral Reef EcologyCoral Reefs and Islands