Patrick Ewing
by Paul Wiener
Chelsea House Publishers 1996
Great fit for 7th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- perseverance
- hard work and discipline
- immigrant experience
- leadership
- teamwork
- sportsmanship
- goal-setting
About this book
This concise biography traces Patrick Ewing’s journey from his childhood in Jamaica to becoming a dominant center at Georgetown and a cornerstone of the New York Knicks. Readers see how dedication, defense, and leadership shaped his rise in college and the NBA. Clear storytelling and photos make it engaging for middle-grade sports fans. It’s a great pick for kids who like basketball history and true stories of hard work paying off.
Setting: Jamaica; Cambridge, Massachusetts; Georgetown University; New York City (NBA), 1970s–1990s
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Patrick Ewing right for my child?
Yes — Patrick Ewing is a great fit for 7th grade. The reading level is AR 7.2, which is typical for 7th 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 perseverance, hard work and discipline, immigrant experience.
How long does it take to read Patrick Ewing?
At a typical 7th grade reading pace, Patrick Ewing takes around 1.3h to finish. The book has 13,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Patrick Ewing have an AR quiz?
Yes — Patrick Ewing 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 Patrick Ewing?
Patrick Ewing has an AR reading level of 7.2, which places it at a 7th 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.