What reading level is Freshman?

Freshman by K. R. Coleman is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Freshman appropriate for?

Freshman is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Freshman?

Freshman is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Freshman have any content warnings?

Freshman has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). 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 Freshman?

Freshman by K. R. Coleman is 112 pages.

Freshman

K. R. Coleman

Freshman

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by K. R. Coleman

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 whistle of the referee cuts through the humid air as Iggy feels the rough grass beneath his cleats. The roar of the crowd fills his ears, but the cold stares from the varsity players send a chill down his spine. Can Iggy prove he belongs on the team, even when the pressure feels like it's crushing him?

Themes

Friendship Sports Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Freshman follows Iggy Baptiste, the only freshman on his high school varsity soccer team, as he navigates challenges both on and off the field. The story touches on themes of friendship, teamwork, and overcoming bullying from older teammates. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it portrays realistic social dynamics without graphic content.