Plants we eat
Millicent E. Selsam
Plants we eat
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Millicent E. Selsam
The text is written at a 6th 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
Discover how everyday plants grow and transform into the foods we love to eat. Learn fun tips for planting your own garden and watch these amazing crops come to life right at home. Explore the fascinating journey of fruits, vegetables, and grains from seed to table.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 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 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A 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
- 0688007198
- Pages
- 125
- Publisher
- William Morrow
- Published
- 1981
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 16,012
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 47m
- Text Density
- Light Text