The health of Canada's youth

Alan J. C. King

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The health of Canada's youth

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Views and Behaviours of 11-, 13- and 15-year-olds from 11 Countries

by Alan J. C. King

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Did you know that what kids in Canada do every day affects their health in big ways? From what they eat to how they play, every choice counts! Discover why these habits could change the future for kids everywhere.

Themes

Science & NatureHealth Education

Quick Assessment

This book provides an insightful, comparative look at the health habits of Canadian youth, focusing on topics like substance use, exercise, nutrition, and social well-being. It aims to encourage health promotion and education for children ages 9-12, presenting information in an accessible way suitable for middle-grade readers. The content is factual and appropriate, with no concerning themes or language.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
2
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

198 pages
ISBN
0662193733
Pages
198
Publisher
Ministry of Supply and Services
Published
1992
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SubjectsTeenagersStatisticsHealth and HygieneChildrenAdolescentHealth StatusAdolescent BehaviorChildHealth BehaviorHealth Status IndicatorsAdolescentsSanté Et HygièneStatistiquesEnfantsAdolescent MedicineTrendsAdolescent Psychology