Full court fever

Fred Bowen

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Full court fever

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Fred Bowen

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

Here's a secret: Michael's basketball team may be the shortest in the league, but they have heart—and a mysterious new player who’s never even picked up a basketball! When they find an old story about a tiny team that beat giants, everything starts to change... but that's only the beginning.

Themes

BasketballSelf-confidenceSizeFriendshipTeamworkSports

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Michael and his middle school basketball team as they navigate challenges related to their size and skills. Featuring themes of self-confidence and teamwork, the story introduces a new player unfamiliar with basketball, adding an inspiring twist. The book is appropriate for ages 9-12 and includes an educational afterword about a historic basketball team, with no concerning content.

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

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
7

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Details

Book Length

103 pages
ISBN
9781561455089
Pages
103
Publisher
Holiday House
Published
2009
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

BasketballSelf-confidenceSizeBasketball StoriesSize and Shape