What reading level is Throwing stones?

Throwing stones by Kristi Collier is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Throwing stones appropriate for?

Throwing stones is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Throwing stones?

Throwing stones is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Throwing stones have any content warnings?

Throwing stones has a HootRating of 11LE (Light — Emotional). 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 Throwing stones?

Throwing stones by Kristi Collier is 204 pages.

Throwing stones

Kristi Collier

Throwing stones

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kristi Collier

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What happens when your biggest dream suddenly slips away? Fourteen-year-old Andy lands a spot on the high school basketball team, but an unexpected accident changes everything. Can he find a new way to shine and learn what sportsmanship truly means?

Themes

SportsmanshipHigh SchoolsBasketballJournalismComing of Age

Quick Assessment

Set in 1923 Indiana, this middle-grade novel follows Andy, a young boy who makes his high school basketball team but faces a setback due to an accident. As he turns to journalism, he explores themes of perseverance, sportsmanship, and personal growth. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book offers historical context and positive messages without intense conflict or mature content.