Track Star #4
Kelly Starling Lyons
Track Star #4
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kelly Starling Lyons
The text is written at a 3rd 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
Miles races around the carpool lane, heart pounding and legs burning, aiming to be one of the top five runners. But suddenly, he spots a classmate struggling to keep up. What will Miles do when winning and helping collide?
Quick Assessment
This early chapter book follows Miles, a young runner preparing for his school's Fun Run by developing a nutrition and exercise plan to improve his endurance. The story encourages themes of perseverance, sportsmanship, and making thoughtful choices about competition and friendship. Appropriate for early readers aged 5-8, it contains positive messages with no concerning content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780593383599
- Pages
- 96
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2023
- Type
- Fiction