Legends
Howard Bryant
Legends
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Best Players, Games, and Teams in Football
by Howard Bryant
The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
These aren’t just any football games — they’re the greatest Super Bowls ever played, packed with unforgettable moments and legendary heroes. From last-second touchdowns to jaw-dropping plays, each story shows how football legends are made. Discover why these games still thrill fans and change the sport forever.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book explores the history of professional football through detailed highlights of twenty iconic Super Bowl games, making it an engaging introduction for middle-grade readers interested in sports and history. Suitable for ages 9-12, it combines entertaining facts with accessible language to inspire young readers. The content is appropriate for this age group, focusing on sportsmanship and historical significance without graphic or sensitive material.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LP — Light — PhysicalNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780399169045
- Pages
- 305
- Publisher
- Philomel
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Lexile
- 1100L