Turquoise
by Christine Petersen
Checkerboard Library; Earth's Treasures
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 turquoise, a vibrant gemstone with a rich history and unique formation. Explore how miners extract this precious stone and how skilled artists transform it into stunning jewelry. Perfect for young explorers eager to learn about minerals and try their hand at finding their own sparkling treasures!
Representation & Themes
Science & NatureMineralogyAdventureEducation
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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
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Details
- ISBN
- 9781617838750
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- ABDO
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 1,975
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction
Subjects
TurquoisePrecious stonesJuvenile literatureMineralsMineralogyPrecious stones, juvenile literature