The story of the Washington Wizards
Jim Whiting
The story of the Washington Wizards
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jim Whiting
NBA: A History of Hoops (2015)
The text is written at a 7th 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
Discover the thrilling journey of the Washington Wizards, from their start as the Chicago Packers in 1961 to their rise as a celebrated NBA team. Packed with exciting stories, player highlights, and colorful photos, this book brings basketball history to life for young fans eager to learn about the game's biggest moments.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7-8 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781608184514
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Creative Education
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 6,049
- Read-Aloud
- ~40 min
- Text Density
- Light Text