What reading level is Curve Ball?

Curve Ball by Julie Bowe is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Curve Ball appropriate for?

Curve Ball is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Curve Ball?

Curve Ball is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Curve Ball have any content warnings?

Curve Ball has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). 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 Curve Ball?

Curve Ball by Julie Bowe is 160 pages.

Curve Ball

Julie Bowe

Curve Ball

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Julie Bowe

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Victoria Torres is the best pitcher on her team, but her dad, the coach, wants her playing centerfield instead! Can she prove that her powerful arm belongs on the mound where she can shine? Sometimes the biggest challenges come from the people who care about you most.

Themes

Sports FamilyCompetitionHispanic AmericansFathers and Daughters

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Victoria Torres, a young Hispanic-American girl navigating the challenges of playing on a co-ed city softball team coached by her father. The story explores themes of family dynamics, competition, and self-assertion in a relatable sports setting appropriate for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the book touches on family relationships and personal growth without intense conflict or mature content.