Dooby (Wolfbay Wings)

Bruce Brooks

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Dooby (Wolfbay Wings)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Bruce Brooks

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

Dooby is the loudest, most fearless player on the Wings hockey team—and he believes nobody can lead like he does. When a girl is named captain instead of him, his whole world gets flipped upside down. Can Dooby figure out what true leadership really means before the next big game?

Themes

Sports & Recreation - HockeyFriendshipSocial Issues - GeneralComing of AgeTeamwork

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of leadership, team dynamics, and gender roles through the eyes of Dooby, a spirited hockey player who struggles to accept a girl as his team's captain. Suitable for ages 9-12, it addresses social issues in sports with humor and heart, encouraging readers to think about respect and teamwork. There is mild sports-related conflict but no intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Social Situations - General
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613114899
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
October 1999
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Social IssuesSocial SituationsSports & RecreationHockeySex Role