Cognition and Computers
Robert W. Lawler, J.B.H. du Boulay, M. Hughes
Cognition and Computers
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Studies in Learning
by Robert W. Lawler, J.B.H. du Boulay, M. Hughes
The text is written at a 6th 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
Did you know that computers can actually help your brain grow smarter? Some kids discovered surprising ways to learn and think better using a special computer language called LOGO. But that's only the beginning of what computers can teach us!
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book presents four case studies exploring how computer education, particularly using the LOGO programming language, can support cognitive development in children. Based on Seymour Papert's theories, it offers insights into how interactive computer use may enhance learning and thinking skills. Appropriate for middle-grade readers, the book introduces educational concepts in a fictional but informative format.
Why we rated Cognition and Computers 11C
Cognition and Computers is written at a Level 6 reading level across 220 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Cognition and Computers works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Cognition and Computers as 11C ("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, Cognition and Computers explores cognition & cognitive psychology, human-computer interaction, mathematics (general), cognition in children, and computer-assisted instruction — 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 cognition & cognitive psychology, human-computer interaction, mathematics (general).
- ✓ 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
11C — 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
- 9780131400887
- Pages
- 220
- Publisher
- Prentice Hall
- Published
- July 1986
- Type
- Nonfiction