Amazing But True Sports Stories

Phyllis Hollander

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Amazing But True Sports Stories

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Phyllis Hollander

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever heard about the craziest moments in sports history? From baseball’s unbelievable plays to boxing’s wild surprises, these stories will make you see your favorite games in a whole new way. What happens when the unexpected takes over the game?

Themes

Quick Assessment

Amazing But True Sports Stories shares fascinating and unusual events from the history of popular sports like baseball, football, boxing, basketball, and hockey. Suitable for children ages 9 to 12, this book offers engaging tales that highlight the excitement and unpredictability of sports. There is no intense content, making it an enjoyable read for young sports enthusiasts.

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

3/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

140 pages
ISBN
9780590333771
Pages
140
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
November 1986
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

RecreationOutdoors