NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange
I was John Elway
Hyperion 1997
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- teamwork
- identity
- sportsmanship
- friendship
- responsibility
- perseverance
- courage
- wish fulfillment
About this book
A crew of football-obsessed friends meets every Monday night to talk plays and heroes—until a mysterious twist leaves one kid in the cleats of NFL legend John Elway. Suddenly, the pressures of the big game feel very real, and smart decisions matter as much as arm strength. With Gordon Korman’s trademark humor and fast pace, this first Monday Night Football Club adventure blends wish-fulfillment with on-field action. Perfect for sports fans who like a little magic with their playbook.
Setting: contemporary United States; small-town middle school and NFL stadiums on Monday Night Football
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange right for my child?
Yes — NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.2, 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, identity, sportsmanship.
How long does it take to read NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange takes around 2.0h to finish. The book has 18,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange have an AR quiz?
Yes — NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange has an AR quiz available, worth 2 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 NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange?
NFL Monday Night Football Club #1: Quarterback Exchange has an AR reading level of 4.2, 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.