Prince

Bruce Brooks

Cover of Prince

Prince

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Bruce Brooks

Wolfbay Wings

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Prince is the only Black player on his hockey team and a star at center, but when a cool basketball coach wants him to join his squad, Prince faces a tough choice between the sport he shares with his cherished grandfather and the new path others expect him to take. Caught between two worlds, he must decide where his true passion lies. This story explores friendship, family bonds, and the challenges of following your own dreams.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

122 pages
23,288 words
2h 35m read-aloud
ISBN
0064406008
Pages
122
Publisher
HarperTrophy
Published
1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
23,288
Read-Aloud
~2h 35m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

HockeyBasketballAfrican AmericansGrandfathersGrandparents