Sports PLUS

Jeffrey Pratt Beedy

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Sports PLUS

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Positive Learning Using Sports

by Jeffrey Pratt Beedy

Reading Level 8 12LT Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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

The sharp whistle blows, echoing across the field as the crowd's cheers mingle with the thud of a bouncing ball. Sweat drips and hearts race, but beyond the game lies a bigger challenge—learning to be fair, kind, and strong even when the score is close. What if playing sports could teach you how to win at life, not just the game?

Themes

SportsMoral and Ethical DevelopmentTeamworkCharacter BuildingEducation

Quick Assessment

Sports PLUS explores how competitive sports can shape children's character, highlighting both positive and negative effects. Targeted at middle-grade readers, the story encourages ethical play, teamwork, and self-control through relatable sports scenarios. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers a thoughtful perspective on the moral lessons sports can teach.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LT — Light — Thematic
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
7
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

748 pages
ISBN
9780985522308
Pages
748
Publisher
Global Children Publishing
Published
2016
Type
Nonfiction

Subjects

Sports for ChildrenManagementMoral and Ethical AspectsPlusMoral and Ethical Aspects of Sports for Children