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Jake Maddox JV

Jane bingham

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Jake Maddox JV

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jane bingham

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

The sharp whistle blows, echoing across the sweaty field as cleats dig into the dirt. Jake feels his heart race — the game is tougher than ever, and every play counts. Can he push through the pressure and prove he's ready for the big leagues?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade sports fiction book follows Jake Maddox as he faces more challenging opponents and higher stakes on the field. Suitable for ages 9-12, it combines engaging storytelling with educational elements like a glossary and writing prompts. Parents can expect themes of perseverance, teamwork, and personal growth in a kid-friendly format.

Why we rated Jake Maddox JV 9LE

Jake Maddox JV is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 192 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Jake Maddox JV works for readers up to grade 6.5.

We rate Jake Maddox JV as 9LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.

Thematically, Jake Maddox JV explores sports, friendship, coming of age, and perseverance — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
  • Kids drawn to stories about sports, friendship, coming of age.

Maybe not for

  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

192 pages
ISBN
9781496575326
Pages
192
Publisher
Jake Maddox Jv
Published
2019
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Sports