What reading level is Basketball Player?

Basketball Player by Roch Carrier is at a Level 5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Basketball Player appropriate for?

Basketball Player is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril.

Does Basketball Player have any content warnings?

Basketball Player has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Basketball Player

Roch Carrier

Basketball Player

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Roch Carrier

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if going to a new school meant you had to play basketball to prove yourself? Imagine facing your biggest fears—not just on the court, but in the dark of night where shadows hide even scarier challenges. Can Roch find the courage to stand up to more than just the game?

Themes

Sports & RecreationComing of AgeCouragePersonal Growth

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores a boy named Roch who attends boarding school and must confront his fear of failure through basketball. The story delves into themes of courage, facing challenges, and personal growth suitable for ages 9 to 12. Parents should be aware that the book includes moments of fear and anxiety, but these are handled in a way that encourages resilience.