Long Stretch at First Base (Matt Christopher Sports Classics)

Matt Christopher

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Long Stretch at First Base (Matt Christopher Sports Classics)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Matt Christopher

Illustrated by Karen Meyer

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

What if you could help your big brother become a baseball star? Bobby Jamison spots a chance to give Kirby an edge over his toughest opponent, but making that choice could change everything. Will Bobby do what's right or risk it all for victory?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade sports fiction follows Bobby Jamison as he navigates loyalty and fairness while trying to help his older brother make the All-Star baseball team. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of sportsmanship, family bonds, and ethical decision-making without intense content. Parents can expect a wholesome tale that encourages thoughtful choices in competitive situations.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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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

148 pages
ISBN
9780316141017
Pages
148
Publisher
Little Brown & Company
Published
April 1993
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Sporting StoriesSocial SituationsChristopher, MattBaseballBrothersBrothers and SistersSiblings