Space Shuttle (Above and Beyond)
Adele Richardson
Space Shuttle (Above and Beyond)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Adele Richardson
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
Discover the fascinating journey of how reusable space shuttles were designed and built, opening new frontiers in space exploration. Dive into the technology and teamwork that made these incredible vehicles soar beyond Earth's atmosphere. Perfect for curious minds eager to explore the wonders of aeronautics and astronautics.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7-8 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 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
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 088682981X
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Creative Company
- Published
- August 1999
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 2,271
- Read-Aloud
- ~15 min
- Text Density
- Light Text