Barry Bonds

Michael E. Goodman

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Barry Bonds

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Michael E. Goodman

Ovations

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th 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

Explore the life and achievements of Barry Bonds, one of baseball's most famous players. Discover how he rose to fame and the challenges he faced along the way. Perfect for young sports fans eager to learn about a true baseball legend.

Themes

BiographySportsAfrican American RepresentationComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8
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Details

Book Length

31 pages
3,208 words
21m read-aloud
ISBN
0886826942
Pages
31
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
3,208
Read-Aloud
~21 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Bonds, Barry, 1964-Baseball PlayersUnited StatesAfrican Americans