Super sports star Grant Hill
by Felicia Lowenstein, Felicia Lowenstein Niven
Enslow Publishers 2001
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- perseverance
- teamwork
- role models
- work ethic
- sportsmanship
- overcoming adversity
About this book
This short, photo-filled biography introduces basketball star Grant Hill, from his childhood and standout college years at Duke to his early NBA career. Readers learn how hard work, teamwork, and a positive attitude helped him become a respected leader on and off the court. Written for middle-grade sports fans, it’s an inspiring, easy-to-read look at a role model athlete. Kids who love basketball and real-life success stories will enjoy this quick read.
Setting: real-world basketball arenas and schools, 1990s–early 2000s United States
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Super sports star Grant Hill right for my child?
Yes — Super sports star Grant Hill is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.3, which is typical for 5th 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, teamwork, role models.
How long does it take to read Super sports star Grant Hill?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Super sports star Grant Hill takes around 17m to finish. The book has 2,800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Super sports star Grant Hill have an AR quiz?
Yes — Super sports star Grant Hill has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 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 Super sports star Grant Hill?
Super sports star Grant Hill has an AR reading level of 5.3, which places it at a 5th 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.