Jackie Robinson

John F. Grabowski

Cover of Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by John F. Grabowski

Baseball Legends

Reading Level 7-8 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 7th 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

Discover the inspiring journey of Jackie Robinson, the trailblazing athlete who challenged segregation and changed the face of Major League Baseball. Follow his courage and determination as he becomes the first Black player to break the color barrier with the Brooklyn Dodgers. This story celebrates his legacy both on and off the field.

Themes

BiographySportsSocial JusticeAfrican American History

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7-8 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include racial discrimination. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Racial Discrimination
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

64 pages
9,646 words
1h 4m read-aloud
ISBN
0791011887
Pages
64
Publisher
Chelsea House
Published
1991
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
9,646
Read-Aloud
~1h 4m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Robinson, Jackie, 1919-1972Baseball PlayersUnited StatesAfrican Americans