Go Long!
by Tiki Barber
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books 2008
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- teamwork
- perseverance
- brotherhood
- sportsmanship
- leadership
- responsibility
- school-life balance
- self-confidence
About this book
Twin brothers Tiki and Ronde are settling into middle school football when a key teammate moves away, forcing the team to rethink their playbook and step into new roles. With big games coming up, they must balance schoolwork, family expectations, and the pressure to perform on the field. Told with fast-paced action and plenty of heart, this story highlights the ups and downs of team sports. Kids who love football and stories about brothers and best friends will be hooked.
Setting: contemporary middle school and football fields in small-town Virginia
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Go Long! right for my child?
Yes — Go Long! is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.9, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include teamwork, perseverance, brotherhood.
How long does it take to read Go Long!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Go Long! takes around 3.0h to finish. The book has 27,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Go Long! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Go Long! has an AR quiz available, worth 4 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Go Long!?
Go Long! has an AR reading level of 4.9, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.