Selections from Jackie's Nine

Sharon Robinson

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Selections from Jackie's Nine

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Jackie Robinson's Values to Live by

by Sharon Robinson

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

Here's a secret: Jackie Robinson wasn't just a baseball star, he carried nine powerful values that helped him break barriers and change the world. These values come alive through stories and words from heroes like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Oprah Winfrey—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

ClassicsHistoryBiographyFamilySocial JusticePerseverance

Quick Assessment

This inspiring middle-grade book shares nine core values that guided Jackie Robinson, baseball legend and civil rights pioneer, to overcome challenges and achieve greatness. Written by his daughter, Sharon Robinson, it weaves together historical and personal reflections alongside quotes from other notable figures, making it suitable for ages 9 to 12. The book encourages discussions about perseverance, equality, and character development without exposing readers to any mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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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

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

153 pages
ISBN
9780439396417
Pages
153
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
January 2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

ClassicsChildren's Audio9-12