What reading level is The education of Steven Bell?

The education of Steven Bell by Dan Theis is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The education of Steven Bell appropriate for?

The education of Steven Bell is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8C (Clear). Content flags: Speech disorders, Mild Bullying.

What genre is The education of Steven Bell?

The education of Steven Bell is fiction — People with disabilities.

Does The education of Steven Bell have any content warnings?

The education of Steven Bell has a HootRating of 8C (Clear). Content flags include: Speech disorders, Mild Bullying. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The education of Steven Bell?

The education of Steven Bell by Dan Theis is 80 pages.

The education of Steven Bell

Dan Theis

The education of Steven Bell

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dan Theis

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The sharp whistle of the referee cuts through the chilly autumn air as Steven catches the football, his heart pounding with every cheer and jeer. Around him, voices mix—some teasing, some cheering—making it hard to know what really matters. Can Steven find the courage to show everyone who he truly is, both on the field and in the classroom?

Themes

Speech disordersPeople with disabilitiesSports FriendshipSelf-acceptance

Quick Assessment

This story follows Steven, a young boy with a speech disorder who faces teasing from classmates but shines on the football field. It explores themes of self-acceptance, perseverance, and balancing academics with personal interests. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, the book sensitively portrays challenges related to disabilities without intense conflict.