Fetal alcohol syndrome
by Gail Stewart
Lucent Books 2004
Great fit for High School
Reading level and content both target 9th–12th grade · ages 14+
Themes include disability awareness
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Genre
Themes
- public health
- consequences of substance use
- family and community impact
- responsibility and prevention
- medical ethics
- disability awareness
- science and society
About this book
This nonfiction title explains what fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is, how alcohol affects prenatal development, and the lifelong challenges individuals with FAS may face. Drawing on medical research, case studies, and expert perspectives, it explores causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and prevention. The book is written for teens researching health, science, and social issues, with clear explanations and source notes. Students appreciate its straightforward tone and real-world examples that make a complex topic understandable.
Setting: contemporary medical and public health contexts, primarily in the United States
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fetal alcohol syndrome right for my child?
Yes — Fetal alcohol syndrome is a great fit for High School. The reading level is AR 9.6, which is typical for High School. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include public health, consequences of substance use, family and community impact.
How long does it take to read Fetal alcohol syndrome?
At a typical High School reading pace, Fetal alcohol syndrome takes around 1.9h to finish. The book has 28,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Fetal alcohol syndrome have an AR quiz?
Yes — Fetal alcohol syndrome has an AR quiz available, worth 3 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Fetal alcohol syndrome?
Fetal alcohol syndrome has an AR reading level of 9.6, which places it at a High School reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.