Learning Disabilities

Barry E. McNamara

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Learning Disabilities

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Bridging the Gap Between Research and Classroom Practice

by Barry E. McNamara

Reading Level 7 12C 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 sharp scratch of pencil on paper fills the quiet classroom, where every student learns in their own special way. Imagine hearing stories from teachers who help kids with learning challenges like ADHD and more. Understanding these stories might just change how you see the world — and yourself.

Themes

EducationSpecial EducationDisability RepresentationTeachingDiversity

Quick Assessment

This informative fiction book offers an accessible exploration of teaching students with learning disabilities, featuring case studies and narratives from educators working with children from preK to grade 12. It addresses important educational topics including ADHD, inclusion, collaboration, and diversity, grounded in the IDEA Improvement Act of 2004. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it provides a thoughtful perspective on special education without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

336 pages
ISBN
9780131116566
Pages
336
Publisher
Prentice Hall
Published
November 27, 2006
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Teaching of Learning Disabled PersonsSpecial EducationLearning DisabledEducationTeachingLearning DisabilitiesLearning Disabled ChildrenResearchChildren of MinoritiesSocial ConditionsServices forKindConditions SocialesNationale MinderheitEnfants Issus Des MinoritesLernbehinderungEnfants En Difficulte D'apprentissageLernsto˜rungApprentissage, Troubles De L'Schu˜lerEnfants En Difficulte D'apprentissage, Services AuxLearning Disabled Children, EducationEnfants En Difficulté D'apprentissageÉducationEnfants Issus Des MinoritésServicesTroubles De L'apprentissageLernstörungSchüler

Places

United States