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Scholastic Year in Sports 2018

by James Buckley Jr.

Scholastic Inc. 2017

★★★★☆

Great fit for 6th grade

Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14

6th grade English Juvenile Nonfiction
196
Pages
3
AR Points
2.3h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Nonfiction

Themes

  • teamwork
  • perseverance
  • sportsmanship
  • achievement
  • competition
  • role models
  • records and milestones
  • dedication

About this book

This colorful sports almanac recaps the biggest moments, record-breaking performances, and star athletes from the past year. Packed with photos, fast facts, stats, and short player spotlights, it’s a quick, browseable read for fans of every major sport. Kids love flipping to their favorite teams and athletes while discovering new sports and rising stars. A great pick for middle-grade readers who enjoy stats, highlights, and real-life sports heroes.

Setting: stadiums, arenas, and sporting events around the world; highlights from the 2016–2017 seasons

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scholastic Year in Sports 2018 right for my child?

Yes — Scholastic Year in Sports 2018 is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.6, 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 teamwork, perseverance, sportsmanship.

How long does it take to read Scholastic Year in Sports 2018?

At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Scholastic Year in Sports 2018 takes around 2.3h to finish. The book has 24,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Scholastic Year in Sports 2018 have an AR quiz?

Yes — Scholastic Year in Sports 2018 has an AR quiz available, worth 3 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 Scholastic Year in Sports 2018?

Scholastic Year in Sports 2018 has an AR reading level of 6.6, 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.