How to teach verbal behavior

Peter Sturmey

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How to teach verbal behavior

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Peter Sturmey

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Sam’s trying to say his first word, but the sounds just won’t come out right. Suddenly, his teacher shows a new trick to help him speak, and everything starts to change—will Sam find his voice today?

Themes

Autistic children - EducationVerbal behaviorFamilyComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This book provides an engaging fictional glimpse into teaching verbal behavior to children on the autism spectrum. It’s appropriate for middle-grade readers aged 9 to 12 and sensitively explores educational strategies to support speech development. Parents should know it focuses on communication challenges and breakthroughs without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

101 pages
ISBN
9781416401476
Pages
101
Publisher
Pro Ed
Published
2008
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Autistic ChildrenEducationVerbal Behavior