The most disgusting foods on the planet
John Perritano
The most disgusting foods on the planet
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by John Perritano
The text is written at a 2nd 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
Imagine the squishy, slimy texture of foods that make your nose wrinkle and your eyes water! From stinky cheeses to crunchy bugs, these weird dishes from around the world will make your tummy twist and your curiosity soar. What strange tastes will you dare to try?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader introduces children ages 5-8 to some of the most unusual and 'disgusting' foods from different cultures around the world. The book uses vivid sensory descriptions to engage young readers and expand their understanding of global cuisines in a fun, age-appropriate way. It encourages curiosity and openness while exploring cultural differences in food.
Why we rated The most disgusting foods on the planet 7C
The most disgusting foods on the planet is written at a Level 2 reading level across 48 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The most disgusting foods on the planet works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate The most disgusting foods on the planet as 7C ("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, The most disgusting foods on the planet explores food, curiosities and wonders, and juvenile literature — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about food, curiosities and wonders, juvenile literature.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781429675345
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Fiction