What reading level is Heads Up! (Sports Stories)?

Heads Up! (Sports Stories) by Dawn Hunter is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Heads Up! (Sports Stories) appropriate for?

Heads Up! (Sports Stories) is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Social Situations - Friendship.

What genre is Heads Up! (Sports Stories)?

Heads Up! (Sports Stories) is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Heads Up! (Sports Stories) have any content warnings?

Heads Up! (Sports Stories) has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Social Situations - Friendship. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Heads Up! (Sports Stories)

Dawn Hunter

Heads Up! (Sports Stories)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dawn Hunter

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Friendships can change in a flash, especially on the soccer field. Glen and Jacob are unstoppable teammates—until Danny, the new kid, shakes up the game. What will it take to keep their bond strong when everything feels different?

Themes

FriendshipSports & RecreationSocial Issues

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of friendship and social dynamics through the lens of a youth soccer team. Suitable for ages 9-12, it addresses how new relationships can challenge existing ones in a relatable setting. Parents should note the focus on social issues within sports but expect age-appropriate content without intense conflict.