The ballgame with no one at bat
Steven Brezenoff
The ballgame with no one at bat
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Steven Brezenoff
Illustrated by Calo, Marcos, illustrator
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Did you know a baseball game can stop without a single player stepping up to bat? Something sneaky happened at the stadium, and now it's up to a clever group of kids to uncover the truth—but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader mystery follows a group of children who encounter a theft that halts a baseball game during a school field trip. Suitable for ages 5-8, the story introduces young readers to problem-solving and teamwork through an accessible narrative. There is mild tension related to the theft, but content is appropriate for young children.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8LE — Light — EmotionalLight 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
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781434259783
- Pages
- 81
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Fiction