Properties of Matter
Therese Shea
Properties of Matter
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
It Matters
by Therese Shea
PowerKids Press; Spotlight On Physical Science
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 the amazing world of matter and learn how its unique traits like magnetism and density help scientists and inventors choose the perfect materials for every job. From everyday gadgets to space gear, explore how understanding matter shapes the tools that make life easier and safer. Engaging photos and fun facts make science come alive for curious young minds.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
Why we rated Properties of Matter 11C
Properties of Matter is written at a Level 6 reading level (approximately 2,438 words). Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Properties of Matter works for readers up to grade 8.0.
Read aloud, Properties of Matter takes about 16 minutes, which fits within a single read-aloud session.
We rate Properties of Matter as 11C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Properties of Matter weaves together science & nature and education.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about science & nature, education.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
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
- 9781725313378
- Publisher
- PowerKids Press
- Published
- 2019
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 2,438
- Read-Aloud
- ~16 min