Great

Lauri Holomis

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Great

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lauri Holomis

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd 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

Taylor’s not just on any hockey team — he’s on the same team as the boy everyone calls The Great One! But being great isn’t just about scoring goals; it’s about working hard, having fun, and learning from Coach Wally. Can Taylor discover what it really means to be great?

Quick Assessment

This early reader introduces young children to the values of teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship through the story of Taylor and his hockey journey alongside a character inspired by Wayne Gretzky and his father. Suitable for ages 5-8, it offers positive messages about effort and enjoying the game, with no content concerns.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — 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
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9780670069903
Pages
32
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

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