Language Development and Language Impairment

Paul Fletcher

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Language Development and Language Impairment

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Problem-Based Introduction

by Paul Fletcher

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 soft babble of children fills the room, but for some, words don’t come easily. Imagine trying to tell a story when your tongue feels tangled or your thoughts get jumbled. Discover how little voices grow stronger, even when language feels like a tricky puzzle.

Themes

Language DisordersChild DevelopmentEducation

Quick Assessment

This book provides a detailed look at how children typically develop language skills and the challenges faced by those with language impairments, focusing mainly on preschool years. It uses a problem-based approach to help readers understand various speech and language disorders, exploring phonology, vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it offers informative content on both typical and atypical language development without graphic or distressing material.

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
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

312 pages
ISBN
9781119134565
Pages
312
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Published
2015
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Language Disorders in ChildrenLanguage Arts & DisciplinesLinguistics