What reading level is States of matter?

States of matter by Suzanne Slade is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is States of matter appropriate for?

States of matter is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 10C (Clear).

What genre is States of matter?

States of matter is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction. Part of the Library of Physical Science; PowerKids Press series.

Does States of matter have any content warnings?

States of matter has a HootRating of 10C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is States of matter?

States of matter by Suzanne Slade is 24 pages (approximately 1,630 words).

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated May 18, 2026

States of matter

Suzanne Slade

States of matter

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Suzanne Slade

Library of Physical Science; PowerKids Press

Reading Level 5-6 10C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Explore the fascinating world of matter and discover how solids, liquids, and gases change and interact all around us. Learn about the tiny atoms and molecules that make up everything we see and touch in fun and simple ways. Perfect for young readers curious about science and the world they live in!

Themes

Science & NatureEducation

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

Why we rated States of matter 10C

States of matter is written at a Level 5-6 reading level across 24 pages (approximately 1,630 words). Strong independent readers around grade 6.1 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, States of matter works for readers up to grade 7.1.

Read aloud, States of matter takes about 11 minutes, which fits within a single read-aloud session.

We rate States of matter as 10C ("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, States of matter weaves together science & nature and education.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Reluctant readers who need fast-paced, hook-heavy stories to stay engaged.
✓ 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.