What reading level is Jackie Robinson Story?

Jackie Robinson Story by Aaron Rosenberg is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Jackie Robinson Story appropriate for?

Jackie Robinson Story is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9MS (Moderate — Social).

What genre is Jackie Robinson Story?

Jackie Robinson Story is fiction.

Does Jackie Robinson Story have any content warnings?

Jackie Robinson Story has a HootRating of 9MS (Moderate — Social). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Jackie Robinson Story?

Jackie Robinson Story by Aaron Rosenberg is 160 pages.

Jackie Robinson Story

Aaron Rosenberg

Jackie Robinson Story

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Aaron Rosenberg

Reading Level 4-5 9MS 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

Jackie Robinson changed baseball forever by breaking the color barrier, proving courage can change the world. This story shows how one player’s heart and skill stood strong against unfair odds—and why his legacy still matters today.

Themes

Race relationsBaseballComing of Age Historical Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel, inspired by the movie '42,' tells the story of Jackie Robinson, the first African American Major League Baseball player. Aimed at ages 9-12, it explores themes of race relations and perseverance in 1940s America, offering an accessible introduction to important historical and social issues through engaging fiction. The book includes photos from the movie to enrich the experience.