Savion!

Savion Glover

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Savion!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

My Life in Tap

by Savion Glover

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Fuh-duh-BAP! The tap shoes hit the floor, sending sparks of rhythm flying everywhere. Savion’s feet seem to speak a secret language, faster and louder with every step — but what happens when the music stops?

Themes

BiographyMusic & DanceCultural HistoryInspirationArtistic Expression

Quick Assessment

This engaging biography introduces children ages 9-12 to the life and art of Savion Glover, a groundbreaking tap dancer who revolutionized the form. Written partly in Savion’s own voice, the book offers an inside look at his work and the history of tap dance, enhanced by over 50 photographs and a dynamic design. It is suitable for middle-grade readers and celebrates creativity and cultural history without containing any mature content.

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

1/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780688180287
Publisher
Collins
Published
January 2000
Type
Fiction

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