Sports great Kevin Mitchell
by Glenn Dickey
Enslow Publishers 1993
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- perseverance
- overcoming adversity
- sportsmanship
- teamwork
- goals and ambition
- fame and pressure
About this book
This concise biography follows Kevin Mitchell from his San Diego childhood to his breakout years in Major League Baseball, including his MVP season with the San Francisco Giants. Readers learn how hard work, natural talent, and resilience shaped his path to stardom. Straightforward chapters, photos, and stats make it accessible for middle-grade sports fans. It’s a great pick for kids who enjoy real-life success stories and behind-the-scenes looks at pro baseball.
Setting: Major League Baseball, late 1980s–early 1990s; San Diego, New York, and San Francisco
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sports great Kevin Mitchell right for my child?
Yes — Sports great Kevin Mitchell is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.5, 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 perseverance, overcoming adversity, sportsmanship.
How long does it take to read Sports great Kevin Mitchell?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Sports great Kevin Mitchell takes around 1.1h to finish. The book has 12,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Sports great Kevin Mitchell have an AR quiz?
Yes — Sports great Kevin Mitchell 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 Sports great Kevin Mitchell?
Sports great Kevin Mitchell has an AR reading level of 6.5, 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.