Teach Standard, Too
Mary I. Berger
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
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
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 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780963077837
- Pages
- 520
- Publisher
- Orchard Books, Inc.
- Published
- October 2, 1998
- Type
- Nonfiction