Language and reading disabilities

Hugh William Catts, Alan G. Kamhi

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Language and reading disabilities

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Hugh William Catts, Alan G. Kamhi

Reading Level 7 12LT Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The rustle of pages and the scratch of pencil tips fill the quiet room, but some words feel like puzzles that won't come together. Imagine trying to read when the letters seem to dance and the sounds don’t match the words you see. It can be frustrating and confusing, but understanding these challenges is the first step toward unlocking the magic of reading.

Themes

Reading DisabilityLanguage DevelopmentEducationRemedial Teaching

Quick Assessment

This book explores how difficulties with language can affect children's reading abilities, going beyond the usual focus on phonological issues. It offers insights into early identification, assessment, and strategies for helping children with language-based reading disabilities. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it provides a thoughtful introduction to the topic without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

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

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

328 pages
ISBN
0205270883
Pages
328
Publisher
Allyn & Bacon
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Anglais (Langue) - Composition et exercices - Étude et enseignement - États-Unis

Subjects

Reading DisabilityUnited StatesChildrenLanguageReadingRemedial TeachingEnglish LanguageComposition and ExercisesComposition Et ExercicesLangageDifficultes En LectureAnglaisEnseignement CorrectifEnglischunterrichtLectureLesesto˜rungEtude Et EnseignementEnfantsChildren, United StatesChildren, LanguageReading, Remedial TeachingEnglish Language, Composition and Exercises