Team player

Dean Hughes

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Team player

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dean Hughes

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Have you ever felt like someone else was getting all the attention even when you’re giving it your all? Imagine being part of a baseball team where your best friends shine, but some teammates won’t stop bragging. Can you keep your cool and still be a true team player?

Themes

SportsTeamworkFriendshipWorry in children

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of friendship, teamwork, and dealing with jealousy in a sports setting. It is appropriate for ages 9-12 and offers a thoughtful look at children’s worries about fitting in and handling competitive feelings. The story encourages positive social skills and emotional growth through relatable situations.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

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

115 pages
ISBN
9780689819360
Pages
115
Publisher
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Published
1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

BaseballTeamworkBest FriendsWorry in ChildrenFriendship