Scientifically Engineered Foods

Allan B. Cobb

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Scientifically Engineered Foods

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Debate Over What's on Your Plate

by Allan B. Cobb

Focus on Science and Society

Reading Level 8-9 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 how foods are changed through both traditional methods and modern genetic engineering, uncovering the benefits and risks that come with these scientific advances. Dive into the ways these technologies impact the food we eat and the world around us.

Themes

Technology & Industrial ArtsScience & NatureSocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 8-9 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

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

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
7
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

64 pages
7,516 words
50m read-aloud
ISBN
0823932087
Pages
64
Publisher
Rosen Publishing Group
Published
August 2000
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
7,516
Read-Aloud
~50 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Technology & Industrial ArtsCropsSocial AspectsAgricultureAgronomyBiotechnologyFoodGenetic Engineering