Winners under 21

Phyllis Hollander

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Winners under 21

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Phyllis Hollander

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

The roar of the crowd fills the air, the smell of fresh grass and the crunch of running shoes echoing in your ears. Young athletes push their limits, chasing dreams that sparkle like trophies in the sunlight. Their early victories are just the start of stories full of heart and determination.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This book profiles several athletes who achieved remarkable success early in their careers, such as Moses Malone, Tracy Austin, Steve Cauthen, and Eric Heiden. Aimed at middle-grade readers, it offers inspiring stories that highlight hard work and dedication without intense or mature content. Suitable for ages 9-12, it encourages perseverance and ambition.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

136 pages
ISBN
0394850157
Pages
136
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
1982
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Athletes