Sports great Magic Johnson

James Haskins

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Sports great Magic Johnson

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James Haskins

Sports Great

Reading Level 6-7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Follow the inspiring journey of Magic Johnson, from his early days dreaming of basketball greatness to his legendary career with the Los Angeles Lakers. Discover how he faced life's toughest challenges, including his HIV diagnosis, and became a powerful advocate for awareness and hope. This story celebrates courage, resilience, and the impact one person can make both on and off the court.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include illness & injury, identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Illness & Injury Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

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

Discussion Potential

7/10

Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

80 pages
14,747 words
1h 38m read-aloud
ISBN
9780894903489
Pages
80
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Published
1992
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
14,747
Read-Aloud
~1h 38m
Text Density
Standard

Subjects

Johnson, Earvin, 1959-Basketball PlayersUnited StatesHIV-positive PersonsAfrican AmericansLos Angeles Lakers

People

Earvin Johnson (1959-)

Places

United States