Slam Dunks Not Allowed!
Dan
Slam Dunks Not Allowed!
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Dan
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Woody dribbles down the court, eyes sharp and mind racing with every play. Just when he’s about to score the winning basket, a sudden call flips his world—training to be a WWII fighter pilot awaits. Can he juggle the game and the skies, or will one slam dunk cost him everything?
Quick Assessment
This young adult fiction follows Woody Nelson, a high school basketball player whose quick thinking and strategy on the court prepare him for the challenges of becoming a WWII fighter pilot. Suitable for teens aged 13-18, the story explores themes of growth, responsibility, and courage during a pivotal time in history. Parents should note the historical wartime setting but can expect content appropriate for middle to late teens.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780938682721
- Pages
- 238
- Publisher
- River Road Publications
- Published
- June 2003
- Type
- Fiction