The last series

Hal Higdon

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The last series

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Hal Higdon

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if your favorite baseball stadium was about to be torn down forever? Imagine being a rookie player caught in the middle of a team of fans who won't stop fighting to save it. Can they win the last game and save the place where dreams were made?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows a young baseball rookie who teams up with passionate fans to save their beloved stadium from demolition. Set in Indiana, the story highlights themes of friendship, community, and perseverance suitable for ages 9-12. The book features light sports action and positive messages without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

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
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

138 pages
ISBN
9780525333951
Pages
138
Publisher
Dutton Adult
Published
1974
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

IndianaHigdon, Hal, 1931-BaseballChildren's Literature