I am a Jesse White tumbler
Diane Schmidt
I am a Jesse White tumbler
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Diane Schmidt
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
Kenyon Conner isn’t just any kid—he’s a proud member of the famous Jesse White Tumbling Team, flipping and flying like a real acrobat! His flips aren’t just tricks; they show how teamwork and determination can change lives. Discover why Kenyon’s story is more than just tumbles—it’s about courage and hope.
Quick Assessment
This early reader follows Kenyon Conner, a young member of the Jesse White Tumbling Team, highlighting his experiences with acrobatics and the positive impact of the team on his life. Suitable for ages 5-8, the story emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and confidence-building without any concerning content. Parents can expect an inspiring and accessible introduction to sports and community involvement.
Why we rated I am a Jesse White tumbler 7C
I am a Jesse White tumbler is written at a Level 2 reading level across 40 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, I am a Jesse White tumbler works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate I am a Jesse White tumbler as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, I am a Jesse White tumbler explores friendship, family, sports, and multicultural — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about friendship, family, sports.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0807534447
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Albert Whitman
- Published
- 1990
- Type
- Nonfiction