Derek Jeter
Jack O'Connell
Derek Jeter
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Yankee Kid
by Jack O'Connell
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Recounts the life and baseball career of the shortstop for the New York Yankees, who was named Rookie of the Year in 1996.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 13+.
Why we rated Derek Jeter Level 0
Derek Jeter is written at a Level 3 reading level across 87 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Derek Jeter works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate Derek Jeter as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 0 — UnratedThis book has not yet been rated for content intensity.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781582610436
- Pages
- 87
- Publisher
- Sports Publishing LLC
- Published
- May 1, 1999
- Type
- Nonfiction