Friend or foe

Jody Feldman

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Friend or foe

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jody Feldman

Gollywhopper Games

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

When a football injury sidelines Zane, he unexpectedly finds himself competing in the thrilling Gollywhopper Games, where puzzles and challenges test his smarts and strength. Teaming up with Elijah, a clever and quirky teammate, they form an unlikely friendship as they race toward a nail-biting final showdown. Packed with brain-teasing fun and exciting teamwork, this adventure keeps readers guessing until the very end.

Themes

FriendshipAdventureTeamworkSportsPuzzle Solving

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

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64,179 words
7h 8m read-aloud
ISBN
9780062211286
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Published
2015
Type
Fiction
Word Count
64,179
Read-Aloud
~7h 8m

Genres

Subjects

ContestsGamesPuzzlesCoachingConduct of LifeAction & AdventureSports & RecreationSocial IssuesNew Experience