Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders of Children and Youth
James M. Kauffman, Timothy J. Landrum
Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders of Children and Youth
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by James M. Kauffman, Timothy J. Landrum
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Here’s a secret: some kids experience feelings and behaviors that make school really hard, but there’s a way to understand what’s going on inside their minds. Learning about these challenges can unlock new ways to help and support them—but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers an in-depth look at Emotional and Behavioral Disorders (EBD) in children and youth, providing research-based explanations suitable for educators and caregivers. It covers the origins, types, and assessment procedures related to EBD, helping readers gain a clearer understanding of these complex challenges. While aimed at middle-grade readers, the content is educational and best suited for those interested in special education or behavioral health.
Why we rated Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders of Children and Youth 12ME
Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders of Children and Youth is written at a Level 8 reading level across 459 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 9.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders of Children and Youth works for readers up to grade 10.0.
We rate Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders of Children and Youth as 12ME ("Moderate — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. The strongest signals come from emotional weight — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders of Children and Youth explores education, special education, behavioral, emotional & social disabilities, medical, and pediatrics — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
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 education, special education, behavioral, emotional & social disabilities.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
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
12ME — Moderate — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" 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
- 9780132658089
- Pages
- 459
- Publisher
- Prentice Hall
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Nonfiction