Annotated bibliography of autism, 1943-1983
Andor J. Tari
Annotated bibliography of autism, 1943-1983
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Andor J. Tari
The text is written at a 8th 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
You’re flipping through pages filled with curious titles and strange words about children who see the world differently. Suddenly, you stumble on a secret code hiding stories about how scientists have tried to understand autism for over 40 years. What will these clues reveal next?
Quick Assessment
This annotated bibliography compiles over 1,200 citations on the scientific study of autism from 1943 to 1983, organized by topics such as neurology, cognition, treatments, and personal accounts. Intended for middle-grade readers, it serves as a detailed reference guide but may be dense and technical. Parents should note this is nonfiction with an academic focus rather than a narrative story.
Why we rated Annotated bibliography of autism, 1943-1983 12C
Annotated bibliography of autism, 1943-1983 is written at a Level 8 reading level across 454 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 9.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Annotated bibliography of autism, 1943-1983 works for readers up to grade 10.0.
We rate Annotated bibliography of autism, 1943-1983 as 12C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Annotated bibliography of autism, 1943-1983 weaves together science & nature and disability representation.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about science & nature, disability representation.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0889550352
- Pages
- 454
- Publisher
- Guelph : Ontario Society for Autistic Children, Wellington County Chapter
- Published
- 1985
- Type
- Fiction