Helping at-risk students

Patricia Anthony, Stephen L. Jacobson

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Helping at-risk students

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

What Are the Educational and Financial Costs?

by Patricia Anthony, Stephen L. Jacobson

Reading Level 7 12MS Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Some students face bigger challenges than others, but that doesn’t stop them from shining. This story reveals how schools work hard to help kids who need extra support, showing that every student deserves a chance to succeed. Understanding these efforts helps us see why fairness in education matters more than ever.

Quick Assessment

Helping at-risk students explores the complexities of educational programs designed for children facing various social and learning challenges in the United States. It covers federal policies, funding, and the impact on diverse groups including disabled, disadvantaged, and bilingual students. Appropriate for middle-grade readers, this book offers insight into the importance of equitable education without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12MS — Moderate — Social
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

300 pages
ISBN
9780803960497
Pages
300
Publisher
Corwin
Published
1992
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Special EducationUnited StatesChildren With Social DisabilitiesEducationFinanceSocially Handicapped ChildrenEducational Law and Legislation, United StatesMulticultural EducationEducation, United States, FinancePublic SchoolsChildren With Social Disabilities, EducationDemographic Aspects

Places

United States