From Maryland to Cooperstown

Lois Nicholson

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From Maryland to Cooperstown

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Seven Maryland Natives in Baseball's Hall of Fame

by Lois Nicholson

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

Did you know Maryland is home to some of baseball’s greatest legends? Discover how Babe Ruth and six other heroes from Maryland made it all the way to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Their stories show that even local beginnings can lead to legendary endings.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade book profiles seven Maryland-born baseball legends inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, highlighting their lives and careers in an accessible way for readers aged 9-12. It offers historical and sports content without mature themes, making it suitable for young sports enthusiasts and history fans alike.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

132 pages
ISBN
0870334948
Pages
132
Publisher
Cornell Maritime Press
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

National Baseball Hall of Fame and MuseumBaseball PlayersMarylandBaseball, Biography

Places

Maryland