Fearon new school dictionary
Alvin Granowsky, Kenneth J. Weber
Fearon new school dictionary
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Alvin Granowsky, Kenneth J. Weber
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
This isn't just any dictionary—it's your secret weapon to mastering words like a pro! Every definition, pronunciation, and history unlocks a new adventure in language. Imagine the power of knowing not just what a word means, but where it came from and how to use it—because words shape everything you do.
Themes
Quick Assessment
The Fearon New School Dictionary is a comprehensive resource designed for middle-grade readers, featuring clear definitions, pronunciations, usage examples, and word histories. It supports vocabulary development and language skills for children ages 9 to 12, making it suitable for school and home use. The content is straightforward and appropriate for its target age group with no mature themes.
Why we rated Fearon new school dictionary 12C
Fearon new school dictionary is written at a Level 8 reading level across 1267 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 9.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Fearon new school dictionary works for readers up to grade 10.0.
We rate Fearon new school dictionary 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, Fearon new school dictionary explores english language -- dictionaries, education, and reference — 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 english language -- dictionaries, education, reference.
- ✓ 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
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
- 0822430495
- Pages
- 1,267
- Publisher
- Fearon Teacher Aids
- Published
- 1987
- Type
- Nonfiction