The greenhouse effect
Rebecca L. Johnson
The greenhouse effect
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Life on a Warmer Planet
by Rebecca L. Johnson
The text is written at a 4th 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 air feels thick and warm, like a cozy blanket wrapped around the Earth. You hear the soft whisper of wind and the distant buzz of bees, but something invisible is changing everything. What happens when our planet’s own blanket starts to trap too much heat?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book introduces readers aged 9-12 to the science behind the greenhouse effect and global warming. It weaves factual information into a story that explores the causes and potential impacts of climate change, making complex environmental themes accessible and engaging. Appropriate for young readers, it encourages awareness and curiosity about our planet’s future.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MT — Moderate — ThematicLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780822515722
- Pages
- 112
- Publisher
- Lerner Publications
- Published
- 1993
- Type
- Fiction