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Chatham, W. L. – Southern Journal of Educational Research, 1980
Because both adults and children have claimed Newbery books are difficult, this study sought to determine minimum reading level of 20 Newbery award winners by testing reading comprehension of fifth and sixth graders on each book. Only two books exceeded fifth- and sixth-grade reading levels. Book ratings are listed. (DS)
Descriptors: Books, Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Evaluation
