The quick quarterback

Michelle Lord

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The quick quarterback

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Michelle Lord

My First Graphic Novel

Reading Level 2-3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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

Andre, the Tigers' quarterback, is healing from a broken arm and eager to play again. As the big game approaches, he must find the courage to trust himself and lead his team to victory. Join Andre on his exciting journey to regain confidence and score the winning touchdown!

Themes

SportsSelf-confidenceFriendshipJuvenile fiction

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6
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Details

Book Length

25 pages
593 words
4m read-aloud
ISBN
9781434232816
Pages
25
Publisher
Stone Arch Books
Published
2012
Type
Fiction
Word Count
593
Read-Aloud
~4 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Subjects

FootballSelf-confidenceQuarterbacksComic Books, StripsGraphic NovelsFootball Stories