Roller Hockey Radicals
Little, Brown and Co. 1998
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- teamwork
- sportsmanship
- perseverance
- rivalry
- honesty
- self-confidence
- leadership
About this book
A group of friends forms an in-line hockey team, the Radicals, and jumps into local competition with big dreams and even bigger challenges. As the games heat up, they face tough rivals, clashing personalities, and pressure to bend the rules. Along the way they learn what real teamwork and sportsmanship look like. Fans of fast-paced sports stories will enjoy the action on the rink and the relatable team dynamics.
Setting: suburban streets and community roller rinks, late 1990s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roller Hockey Radicals right for my child?
Yes — Roller Hockey Radicals is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.6, 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, sportsmanship, perseverance.
How long does it take to read Roller Hockey Radicals?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Roller Hockey Radicals takes around 2.7h to finish. The book has 24,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Roller Hockey Radicals have an AR quiz?
Yes — Roller Hockey Radicals 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 Roller Hockey Radicals?
Roller Hockey Radicals has an AR reading level of 4.6, 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.