Scott, Foresman intermediate dictionary
Edward Lee Thorndike, Clarence Lewis Barnhart
Scott, Foresman intermediate dictionary
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Edward Lee Thorndike, Clarence Lewis Barnhart
The text is written at a 8th 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
You’re flipping through pages packed with words, each one bursting with meaning and sound. Suddenly, a tricky word pops up—how do you say it? What does it really mean? The answer is just a page away, but can you guess before you look?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This intermediate dictionary is designed for children aged 9 to 12, supporting vocabulary development and language skills with clear definitions, pronunciations, and usage examples. It includes etymologies and exercises to reinforce learning, making it a valuable educational tool. Appropriate for middle-grade readers, the content is straightforward and safe without any mature themes.
Why we rated Scott, Foresman intermediate dictionary 12C
Scott, Foresman intermediate dictionary is written at a Level 8 reading level across 1066 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 9.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Scott, Foresman intermediate dictionary works for readers up to grade 10.0.
We rate Scott, Foresman intermediate dictionary as 12C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Scott, Foresman intermediate dictionary explores english language -- dictionaries, education, learning, and vocabulary — 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 english language -- dictionaries, education, learning.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0385148534
- Pages
- 1,066
- Publisher
- Doubleday Books
- Published
- 1979
- Type
- Nonfiction