Social Consequences of Testing for Language-Minoritized Bilinguals in the United States
Jamie L. Schissel
Social Consequences of Testing for Language-Minoritized Bilinguals in the United States
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jamie L. Schissel
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: many kids who speak two languages have faced unfair tests that don’t show what they really know. These tests have shaped their lives in ways most people don’t see—but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book explores the history and social impact of testing on bilingual children from language-minoritized backgrounds in the United States. It highlights how such testing has contributed to systemic inequities and encourages reflection on educational fairness. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it approaches complex social themes in an accessible way.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781788922708
- Pages
- 176
- Publisher
- Bilingual Education & Bilingua
- Published
- 2019
- Type
- Nonfiction