Teach Standard, Too

Mary I. Berger

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Teach Standard, Too

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Teach Oral and Written Standard English As a Second Dialect to English-Speaking Students

by Mary I. Berger

Illustrated by Ronald Boyd

Reading Level 8 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

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

Have you ever wondered how people can speak different ways yet still understand each other? Imagine learning to use a special kind of English that's perfect for school and work, without losing the way you talk at home. What happens when two ways of speaking come together in a fun and easy way?

Themes

EducationLanguage LearningMulticulturalReference

Quick Assessment

Teach Standard, Too offers a comprehensive, nonjudgmental approach to teaching standard English to students ages 9-12, while respecting and preserving their home dialects. This teacher's manual includes 95 scripted lessons designed to improve reading and writing skills through bi-dialectal methods, supported by writing journals and audio materials. Parents should note its educational focus on language acquisition and cultural sensitivity, making it suitable for diverse classrooms.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

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Details

Book Length

520 pages
ISBN
9780963077837
Pages
520
Publisher
Orchard Books, Inc.
Published
October 2, 1998
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

NonfictionEducationReference