What reading level is The Football that Won?

The Football that Won by Michael Sampson is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The Football that Won appropriate for?

The Football that Won is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7C (Clear).

What genre is The Football that Won?

The Football that Won is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The Football that Won have any content warnings?

The Football that Won has a HootRating of 7C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. 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 Football that Won?

The Football that Won by Michael Sampson is 32 pages.

The Football that Won

Michael Sampson

The Football that Won

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Michael Sampson

Illustrated by Ted Rand

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd 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

Have you ever wondered what makes a football game truly unforgettable? Picture the crowd roaring as the ball flies through the air, each play building the excitement. But who will score the winning touchdown in this thrilling game?

Themes

Sports & RecreationChildrenFriendship Adventure

Quick Assessment

This early reader uses a cumulative storytelling style to engage children aged 5 to 8 with the excitement of a football game. It follows the progression from kickoff to the winning touchdown, making it accessible for young readers while introducing them to sports vocabulary and concepts. The book is suitable for early elementary readers and contains no content concerns.