Jake Maddox JV
Jane bingham
Jake Maddox JV
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jane bingham
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?
Themes
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 — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781496575326
- Pages
- 192
- Publisher
- Jake Maddox Jv
- Published
- 2019
- Type
- Fiction