Tuberculosis (Twenty-First Century Medical Library)
Diane Yancey
Tuberculosis (Twenty-First Century Medical Library)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Diane Yancey
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
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 — MildLight 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
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780761316244
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Twenty-First Century Books
- Published
- April 1, 2001
- Type
- Nonfiction