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Sixth Man (Double Fastback Sports Series)

Dan J. Marlowe

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Sixth Man (Double Fastback Sports Series)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dan J. Marlowe

Reading Level 3 Unrated Ages 13+

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Arnie was a star on the high school basketball team until a new coach takes over and he has to prove he can be the best sixth man around.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 13+.

Why we rated Sixth Man (Double Fastback Sports Series) Level 0

Sixth Man (Double Fastback Sports Series) is written at a Level 3 reading level across 61 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Sixth Man (Double Fastback Sports Series) works for readers up to grade 5.0.

We rate Sixth Man (Double Fastback Sports Series) as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.

Maybe not for

  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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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
2
Theme Richness
1
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
4

Details

Book Length

61 pages
ISBN
9780822423980
Pages
61
Publisher
Fearon Teacher Aids
Published
June 1987
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Chapter Books