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Scholastic Book of World Records 2011

Scholastic, Inc. Staff

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Scholastic Book of World Records 2011

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Scholastic, Inc. Staff

Reading Level 7 12C Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

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

This book holds the record for the coolest collection of world records ever! From the deadliest snake to the biggest water park, it’s packed with jaw-dropping facts that show just how wild and wonderful our world can be. Knowing these records makes you see the world in a whole new way.

Themes

Juvenile NonfictionCuriosities & WondersReferenceAlmanacs

Quick Assessment

The Scholastic Book of World Records 2011 offers a captivating collection of fascinating facts and records across a variety of topics, perfect for curious kids aged 9-12. It encourages learning through engaging trivia without any concerning content, making it a great nonfiction reference book for middle grade readers.

Why we rated Scholastic Book of World Records 2011 12C

Scholastic Book of World Records 2011 is written at a Level 7 reading level across 322 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Scholastic Book of World Records 2011 works for readers up to grade 9.0.

We rate Scholastic Book of World Records 2011 as 12C ("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, Scholastic Book of World Records 2011 explores juvenile nonfiction, curiosities & wonders, reference, and almanacs — 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 juvenile nonfiction, curiosities & wonders, reference.
  • 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.
  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
6
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

322 pages
ISBN
9780545237482
Pages
322
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
2011
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Curiosities & WondersReferenceAlmanacsWorld RecordsCuriosities and Wonders