Pharmacy in the forest

Fred Powledge

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Pharmacy in the forest

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Fred Powledge

Reading Level 8 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 13+ Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Explore the hidden world of healing plants growing wild in nature, discovering how they are located and studied to unlock their powerful medical secrets. Journey through forests and fields to learn about the natural sources of medicine and the science behind their use.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 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 13+.

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

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

47 pages
9,789 words
1h 5m read-aloud
ISBN
0689808631
Pages
47
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
9,789
Read-Aloud
~1h 5m
Text Density
Standard

Subjects

PharmacognosyMedicinal PlantsDrugsForests and ForestryBotany, Medical