Freddy and the baseball team from Mars
Walter R. Brooks
Freddy and the baseball team from Mars
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Walter R. Brooks
The text is written at a 6th 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
Freddy shouts instructions as the Martian baseball team takes the field, their strange green bats gleaming under the circus lights. The crowd holds its breath, watching these alien players face off against the best human team. But just as the game heats up, something unexpected happens—who can win when worlds collide like this?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction follows Freddy as he organizes a baseball team made up of Martians for a circus act, blending elements of sports, fantasy, and adventure. The story is appropriate for ages 9-12 and explores themes of teamwork and friendship with a lighthearted tone. There are no significant content concerns, making it a fun read for children interested in imaginative stories and baseball.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780879519421
- Pages
- 241
- Publisher
- Harry N. Abrams
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Fiction