Simone Biles

Anthony K. Hewson

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Simone Biles

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anthony K. Hewson

Olympic Stars; SportsZone (ABDO)

Reading Level 5 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring journey of Simone Biles as she overcomes challenges to become a gymnastics legend. This story delves into her determination, key career moments, and the strength it takes to shine on the world stage. Packed with interesting facts, timelines, and a helpful glossary, it brings her remarkable story to life for young readers.

Themes

SportsBiographyGymnasticsOlympicsComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include child abuse, sexual assault, needles/syringes. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Child Abuse Sexual Assault Needles/Syringes
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
1,488 words
10m read-aloud
ISBN
9781532197390
Pages
32
Publisher
SportsZone
Published
2021
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,488
Read-Aloud
~10 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Subjects

GymnasticsSports, BiographyOlympics