The science of a flip turn

Tamra Orr

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The science of a flip turn

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tamra Orr

21st Century Skills Library: Full-Speed Sports

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th 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

Dive into the fascinating world beneath the surface as this story explores the secrets behind perfecting a flip turn in swimming. Discover how athletes use science and skill to glide through the water, while learning about the history and safety improvements that make the sport exciting and secure. Engaging trivia and thought-provoking questions invite young readers to think like scientists and athletes alike.

Themes

SportsScience & NatureSwimmingEducation

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
2,015 words
13m read-aloud
ISBN
9781633625839
Pages
32
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Published
2016
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
2,015
Read-Aloud
~13 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

SwimmingStarts and TurnsSports Sciences