Tuberculosis (Twenty-First Century Medical Library)

Diane Yancey

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Tuberculosis (Twenty-First Century Medical Library)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Diane Yancey

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The sharp, dry cough echoes in the quiet hospital room, mingling with the faint smell of antiseptic. You can almost feel the weight of history pressing down, as stories of struggle and hope unfold through time. Tuberculosis may seem like a distant threat, but its story is still being written—and it touches lives in surprising ways.

Themes

Science & NatureDiseasesHistoryMedical Nonfiction

Quick Assessment

This book offers a detailed look at tuberculosis, tracing its history and resurgence in the United States during the late twentieth century. It provides case histories, diagnostic methods, and treatment approaches suitable for young adults interested in medical nonfiction. Parents should note the book discusses disease and medical conditions with appropriate detail for ages 13 and up.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Illness & Injury Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
9780761316244
Pages
128
Publisher
Twenty-First Century Books
Published
April 1, 2001
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

TuberculosisDiseasesJnf024020JNFHealth & Daily LivingNon-ClassifiablePersonal HealthCommunicable Diseases