Walking catfish

Susan Heinrichs Gray

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Walking catfish

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan Heinrichs Gray

21st Century Skills Library: Animal Invaders

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

When the walking catfish invade, they disrupt the natural world and create challenges for the people who depend on the local environment. Discover how these unusual fish impact ecosystems and the efforts to restore balance.

Themes

Science & NatureEnvironmental Impact

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

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
8
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Details

Book Length

0
2,735 words
18m read-aloud
ISBN
9781602792425
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Published
2009
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
2,735
Read-Aloud
~18 min

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Walking Catfish