Double Time

Sherryl Clark

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Double Time

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sherryl Clark

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

The sharp sound of a soccer ball thumping against cleats fills the air, mixing with the chirps of crickets on a warm evening. Ellyse races between the soccer field and cricket pitch, caught in a whirlwind of games and schoolwork. Can she keep up the pace, or will she have to make a tough choice that changes everything?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Ellyse, a determined girl balancing the demands of soccer, cricket, and school. It explores themes of friendship, ambition, and the challenges of growing up, appropriate for ages 9 to 12. The story handles the pressures of competition and making difficult decisions with sensitivity and relatable situations.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
9780143781301
Pages
160
Publisher
Random House Australia
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

GirlsCricketsSoccerSchools