What reading level is Breaking Through?

Breaking Through by Sue Irwin is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Breaking Through appropriate for?

Breaking Through is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LS (Light — Social).

What genre is Breaking Through?

Breaking Through is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Breaking Through have any content warnings?

Breaking Through has a HootRating of 9LS (Light — Social). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Breaking Through?

Breaking Through by Sue Irwin is 146 pages.

Breaking Through

Sue Irwin

Breaking Through

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Heroes in Canadian Women's Sport

by Sue Irwin

Reading Level 4-5 9LS 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

The sharp crack of a hockey puck echoes across the ice, and the crowd roars with excitement. Imagine the sweat, the cheers, and the thrill as brave women athletes break barriers and make history in sports once ruled by men. Their courage and skill light the way for every kid who dreams of greatness.

Themes

Women athletesAthletesBiographyMulticultural Friendship Coming of Age Family

Quick Assessment

Breaking Through introduces young readers to inspiring Canadian women athletes who challenged gender norms and excelled in various sports. Suitable for ages 9-12, this middle-grade biography fiction highlights the achievements and struggles of figures like Christine Sinclair and Hayley Wickenheiser while also shedding light on lesser-known athletes. The book promotes themes of perseverance, equality, and cultural diversity in sports, making it an empowering read for children.