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Intellectually gifted, learning disabled students

Susan J. Hansford

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Intellectually gifted, learning disabled students

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Special Study

by Susan J. Hansford

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: some kids are super smart but also have tricky learning challenges that make school tough in unexpected ways. They discover special tricks to turn their struggles into strengths, but that's only the beginning.

Themes

GiftednessLearning DisabilitiesEducationMetacognitionProblem Solving

Quick Assessment

This book explores the unique experiences of intellectually gifted students who also face learning disabilities. It provides insights into identifying these children, understanding their strengths and challenges, and designing educational programs that support their growth. Suitable for middle-grade readers, the book offers a thoughtful look at how gifted children can thrive despite learning difficulties.

Why we rated Intellectually gifted, learning disabled students 9LE

Intellectually gifted, learning disabled students is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 135 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Intellectually gifted, learning disabled students works for readers up to grade 6.5.

We rate Intellectually gifted, learning disabled students as 9LE ("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, Intellectually gifted, learning disabled students explores giftedness, learning disabilities, education, metacognition, and problem solving — 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 giftedness, learning disabilities, education.
  • 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

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

135 pages
ISBN
9780865861749
Pages
135
Publisher
Council for Exceptional Children
Published
1987
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Gifted ChildrenEducationUnited StatesLearning Disabled Children