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My Science Library, 4-5 Books in Order

3 books by Julie K. Lundgren. Reading level: Grades 5.1–6.8. Middle Grades (Ages 9–12).

Series books grow with readers — but that's also the trap. Most series start at one reading level and one content intensity and drift upward over the course of the run. My Science Library, 4-5 (3 books by Julie K. Lundgren) lands at reading level Grades 5.1–6.8, with average content intensity 1/5. Intensity stays consistent across the series — a kid who can handle the first book can generally handle the rest.

The reading-order table below lists every book with per-volume reading level and intensity badges so you can spot any escalation before it catches your reader off guard. For a deeper dive into how we score text difficulty vs. emotional weight separately — and why series readers especially benefit from that split — see our methodology page.

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Books
Grades 5.1–6.8
Reading Level
1/5
Avg. Intensity
MG
Middle Grades

Content Intensity Across the Series

Consistent

Content stays at a steady intensity level throughout the series.

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First book Latest book

My Science Library, 4-5 Reading Order

# Title Reading Level Content
1 Eating and the digestive system
Julie K. Lundgren
Level 5-6 Gentle
2 How Do Humans Depend on Earth?
Julie K. Lundgren
Level 6-7 Gentle
3 Plants As Food, Fuel, and Medicine
Julie K. Lundgren
Level 6-7 Gentle

Questions about the My Science Library, 4-5 series

What reading level is the My Science Library, 4-5 series?
The My Science Library, 4-5 series by Julie K. Lundgren is at a Grades 5.1–6.8 reading level (average Grade 6.1). Intended for Middle Grades (Ages 9–12). There are 3 books in the series.
What order should I read the My Science Library, 4-5 books?
The reading-order table above lists all 3 books with per-volume reading level and intensity ratings. Start with book 1 and read in publication order unless the table indicates a different recommended order for newer readers.
What age is the My Science Library, 4-5 series appropriate for?
The My Science Library, 4-5 series is recommended for Middle Grades (Ages 9–12). The average content intensity is 1/5. Check the intensity trajectory above to see whether content gets heavier across the series — if it does, sensitive readers may want to stop earlier in the run.