Homework
William D. Bursuck
Homework
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Issues and Practices for Students with Learning Disabilities
by William D. Bursuck
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Homework isn’t just a pile of boring papers in this story — it’s a mountain that one kid with a learning disability must climb every day. Watch how he turns challenges into triumphs, proving that hard work and determination can change everything. This isn’t just about school; it’s about believing in yourself when it matters most.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book explores the experiences of a child with a learning disability facing the struggle of homework. It provides insight into the challenges and perseverance involved, making it a thoughtful read for ages 9-12. Parents can expect an encouraging story that sensitively addresses educational difficulties without heavy conflict or distress.
Why we rated Homework 11LE
Homework is written at a Level 6 reading level across 226 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Homework works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Homework as 11LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Homework explores learning disability, education, perseverance, and family — 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 learning disability, education, perseverance.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — 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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780890796719
- Pages
- 226
- Publisher
- Pro Ed
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Nonfiction