Sports and athletes

James D. Torr

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Sports and athletes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Opposing Viewpoints

by James D. Torr

Reading Level 4-5 9LS 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Hear the roar of the crowd and feel the thud of the ball as athletes race across the field, chasing their dreams. From high school gyms to massive stadiums, sports shape lives and bring people together in thrilling ways. But behind the cheers, questions linger about what sports really mean—and what challenges come with the game.

Themes

SportsAthletesSocial IssuesYouth Development

Quick Assessment

This book explores the world of sports and athletes, discussing their popularity in American culture and examining important issues such as drug use and the benefits sports offer to children. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it offers a balanced look at both the excitement and controversies in sports. Parents should note that the book addresses real-world topics in an age-appropriate manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LS — Light — Social
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

188 pages
ISBN
9780737722451
Pages
188
Publisher
Greenhaven Press, Incorporated
Published
2005
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

SportsAthletes