Pcp (The Drug Library)
Gerald Newman
Pcp (The Drug Library)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gerald Newman
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
Have you ever wondered what happens when someone takes a drug called PCP, also known as angel dust? Imagine how it can change how they feel, think, and act, sometimes in scary ways. What can you do if you or someone you know faces this challenge?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This nonfiction book provides an age-appropriate exploration of PCP (angel dust), detailing its physical, emotional, and societal effects. It includes historical context and real-life examples to help young readers understand the dangers associated with this drug, along with resources for help. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it aims to educate about prevention without graphic content.
Why we rated Pcp (The Drug Library) 9LE
Pcp (The Drug Library) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 128 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Pcp (The Drug Library) works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Pcp (The Drug Library) as 9LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety.
Thematically, Pcp (The Drug Library) explores prevention, youth, drug abuse, and juvenile nonfiction — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about prevention, youth, drug abuse.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780766019270
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Enslow Publishers
- Published
- October 2001
- Type
- Fiction