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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

I Was John Elway

by Gordon Korman

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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

What if an old, scratchy football jersey could take you right into the middle of a real Monday Night Football game? Imagine swapping places with the legendary John Elway and making plays on the field! But can Nicholas handle the pressure when the crowd is watching and the game's on the line?

Themes

Juvenile fictionFootballMagicAdventure

Quick Assessment

This early reader book follows Nicholas Farrel Lighter, who discovers a magical football jersey that lets him switch places with a famous player during a live game. Suitable for children ages 5-8, it combines themes of sports and fantasy with an easy-to-read style. Parents should know the story involves mild sports-related excitement and imaginative elements.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

81 pages
ISBN
9780786812363
Pages
81
Publisher
Hyperion Books for Children
Published
1997
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FootballMagicNational Football League