NFL Monday Night Football Club: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1
I Was John Elway
Hyperion Books for Children 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
- courage under pressure
- friendship
- responsibility
- wish fulfillment
- magic/transformations
About this book
Nicholas Farrel Lighter (N.F.L.) thinks his grandpa’s old football jersey is just scratchy and embarrassing—until he puts it on and suddenly swaps places with superstar quarterback John Elway on Monday Night Football. Now a regular kid is calling plays on national TV while trying not to blow the game or his cover. Fast-paced, funny, and filled with play-by-play excitement, this kick-off to Gordon Korman’s series blends football action with a magical twist. Perfect for sports fans and reluctant readers who love wish-fulfillment adventures.
Setting: contemporary United States during a Monday Night Football game (NFL, Denver/stadium)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NFL Monday Night Football Club: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1 right for my child?
Yes — NFL Monday Night Football Club: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1 is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.5, 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: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, NFL Monday Night Football Club: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1 takes around 1.8h to finish. The book has 16,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does NFL Monday Night Football Club: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1 have an AR quiz?
Yes — NFL Monday Night Football Club: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1 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: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1?
NFL Monday Night Football Club: Quarterback Exchange - Book #1 has an AR reading level of 4.5, 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.