Profiles in sports courage
by Ken Rappoport
Peachtree 2006
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- courage
- perseverance
- overcoming adversity
- sportsmanship
- breaking barriers
- integrity
- role models
- resilience
About this book
This nonfiction collection spotlights athletes from different sports who showed real courage—overcoming injury, illness, setbacks, and social barriers to pursue their dreams. Each chapter is a fast, self-contained profile packed with background, key moments, and why the athlete’s choices mattered. Ideal for grades 5–8, it hooks sports fans and reluctant readers with high-stakes true stories and clear, engaging writing. Readers come away inspired by perseverance, character, and the power of believing in yourself.
Setting: various sports arenas and competitions, 20th–21st century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Profiles in sports courage right for my child?
Yes — Profiles in sports courage is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.9, which is typical for 6th 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 courage, perseverance, overcoming adversity.
How long does it take to read Profiles in sports courage?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Profiles in sports courage takes around 4.1h to finish. The book has 43,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Profiles in sports courage have an AR quiz?
Yes — Profiles in sports courage has an AR quiz available, worth 6 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 Profiles in sports courage?
Profiles in sports courage has an AR reading level of 6.9, which places it at a 6th 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.