Jackie Robinson

Irwin B. Bergman

Cover of Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Irwin B. Bergman

Junior World Biographies

Reading Level 7 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 trailblazer who broke baseball's color barrier and changed sports forever. Follow his courage and determination as he faced challenges on and off the field to become a legendary player. This story celebrates his legacy and the impact he made beyond the game.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7 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

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

79 pages
8,928 words
1h 0m read-aloud
ISBN
0791017710
Pages
79
Publisher
Facts On File
Published
1994
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
8,928
Read-Aloud
~1h 0m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Robinson, Jackie, 1919-1972Baseball PlayersUnited StatesAfrican American Baseball PlayersAfrican Americans