Cover of Diamonds

Diamonds

by Christine Petersen

Earth's Treasures; Checkerboard Library

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 4th 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

Discover the fascinating world of diamonds, from their incredible formation deep within the Earth to the ways they sparkle in jewelry and power industrial tools. Explore how miners extract these precious gems, learn about the ethical challenges surrounding conflict diamonds, and uncover the secrets behind the four C's: carat, cut, clarity, and color. Perfect for young explorers eager to understand both the science and beauty of these dazzling stones.

Representation & Themes

Science & NatureAdventureEducational

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9781617838705
Pages
32
Publisher
ABDO
Published
2014
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
2,361

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

DiamondsJuvenile literaturePrecious metalsGemsMineralsPrecious stonesPrecious stones, juvenile literature