Slump
Kevin Waltman
Slump
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kevin Waltman
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
D-Bow is the best basketball player on his team, but this year, everything feels off—his shots miss, and the game just isn't the same. Even the best can hit a slump, but with determination and the right support, D-Bow might just turn his season—and himself—around. Because sometimes, the biggest wins come from the toughest challenges.
Quick Assessment
Slump follows D-Bow, a talented young basketball player facing challenges in his sophomore year of high school both on and off the court. This middle-grade fiction explores themes of perseverance, identity, and teamwork, with a focus on African American youth experiences. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains realistic portrayals of adolescent struggles without graphic content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781941026007
- Pages
- 286
- Publisher
- D-Bow High School Hoops
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction