What reading level is Foul play?

Foul play by Emily Costello is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Foul play appropriate for?

Foul play is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

What genre is Foul play?

Foul play is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Foul play have any content warnings?

Foul play has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). 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 Foul play?

Foul play by Emily Costello is 151 pages.

Foul play

Emily Costello

Foul play

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Emily Costello

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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

Tess Adams is the fiercest soccer player on the field, and winning is the only thing she cares about. But when her new team says winning isn’t everything, Tess sets out to change the game her way — even if it means breaking the rules. What happens when winning starts to cost more than just the game?

Themes

Sports & RecreationFriendshipTeamworkComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Tess Adams, a passionate soccer player who struggles with the idea that winning isn’t the most important part of sports. It explores themes of teamwork, sportsmanship, and friendship appropriate for ages 9-12. Parents can expect light conflict centered around competitive attitudes and the challenge of balancing personal ambition with group harmony.