Teaching Tough Kids

Mark Le Messurier

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Teaching Tough Kids

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Simple and Proven Strategies for Student Success

by Mark Le Messurier

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

The buzz of a busy classroom fills the air, but some kids face storms inside they can't always show. Imagine finding ways to help those who learn and act differently, turning tough days into chances to shine. It’s about more than rules—it’s about heart, connection, and hope.

Themes

EducationChild PsychologyBehavior ModificationInclusionFriendshipBullying

Quick Assessment

Teaching Tough Kids offers practical, compassionate strategies for educators working with children who face behavioral and emotional challenges, including those with ADHD, learning disabilities, and trauma-related difficulties. The book emphasizes building positive relationships and creating supportive environments to help these students succeed academically and socially. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it provides insights into child and adolescent psychology from an educational perspective.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

240 pages
ISBN
9781138130692
Pages
240
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Group
Published
2015
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Problem Children, EducationEffective TeachingChild PsychologyAdolescent PsychologyBehavior ModificationAcademic AchievementEducationProblem ChildrenProblem Youth