Taking Care of Your Child, Ninth Edition

Robert H. Pantell

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Taking Care of Your Child, Ninth Edition

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Parent's Illustrated Guide to Complete Medical Care

by Robert H. Pantell

Reading Level 8 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of antiseptic fills the air as a child clutches a scraped knee, while nearby, the quiet hum of a thermometer counts down the seconds. Every sound, smell, and touch tells a story of care and comfort, of parents learning how to help their kids feel better. It's a journey of growing up healthy and strong, filled with hope and a little worry, but always love.

Themes

ChildrenHealth and HygieneSick ChildrenDiseasesFamilyScience & Nature

Quick Assessment

This comprehensive guide offers parents and caregivers detailed, up-to-date information on over 175 common childhood symptoms and health issues, from minor injuries to chronic conditions. Suitable for children from birth through adolescence, it provides clear advice on home care, when to seek medical help, and covers important topics such as ADHD, autism, immunizations, and childhood mental health. The book is an essential resource for supporting children's health and well-being in everyday life and emergencies.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

710 pages
ISBN
9780738218366
Pages
710
Publisher
Hachette+ORM
Published
2015
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Children, Health and HygieneSick ChildrenChildren, Diseases