Playing games
Kim Wayans
Playing games
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kim Wayans
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Amy is excited to join the basketball team and works hard practicing with Rusty to get better. Even though her friends think she’s not very good yet, Amy is determined to show them she can play and be a great teammate. This story celebrates teamwork, friendship, and never giving up on your dreams.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780448448985
- Pages
- 105
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 13,757
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 32m
- Text Density
- Light Text