Gimme an "A!"

Tess Eileen Kindig

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Gimme an "A!"

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tess Eileen Kindig

Slam Dunk

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Mickey wants to keep playing basketball, but his math grade might bench him. As he works hard to improve, he discovers that forgiving others is just as important as winning on the court. This uplifting story blends sports with lessons about kindness and faith.

Themes

SportsForgivenessChristian LifeFriendship

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

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
3
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

91 pages
17,928 words
2h 0m read-aloud
ISBN
0570070910
Pages
91
Publisher
Concordia Pub. House
Published
2000
Type
Fiction
Word Count
17,928
Read-Aloud
~2h 0m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

BasketballForgivenessChristian Life