I Show Good Sportsmanship
Charlotte Taylor
I Show Good Sportsmanship
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Charlotte Taylor
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
The whistle blows and the grass smells fresh after the rain. Whether it’s scoring a goal, sharing a laugh in class, or lending a hand at home, being a good sport means more than just playing games. Feeling proud and kind—what could be better?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader introduces children ages 5-8 to the concept of good sportsmanship in everyday situations beyond sports. Through relatable scenarios like teamwork in class, playing soccer, and helping at home, it encourages positive social values and cooperation. The content is gentle and appropriate for young readers, promoting kindness and respect.
Why we rated I Show Good Sportsmanship 7C
I Show Good Sportsmanship is written at a Level 2 reading level across 26 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, I Show Good Sportsmanship works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate I Show Good Sportsmanship 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 Show Good Sportsmanship explores friendship, physical fitness, and values — 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, physical fitness, values.
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.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781538256183
- Pages
- 26
- Publisher
- Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
- Published
- 2020
- Type
- Fiction