Top 10 football receivers
Enslow Publishers 1995
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- perseverance
- teamwork
- excellence and achievement
- sportsmanship
- role models
- history of the NFL
- goal-setting
- overcoming obstacles
About this book
This fast-paced sports nonfiction profiles ten of pro football’s greatest pass catchers, highlighting their careers, signature plays, and impact on the game. Short chapters, action photos, and stat-packed sidebars make it an easy pick for football fans and reluctant readers alike. Readers learn how dedication, teamwork, and practice helped these receivers shine, while getting a quick history of the NFL through its stars. Ideal for middle-grade readers who love rankings, records, and real-life sports heroes.
Setting: professional American football across the NFL, mid-20th century to 1990s
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Top 10 football receivers right for my child?
Yes — Top 10 football receivers 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, teamwork, excellence and achievement.
How long does it take to read Top 10 football receivers?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Top 10 football receivers takes around 43m to finish. The book has 7,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Top 10 football receivers have an AR quiz?
Yes — Top 10 football receivers has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Top 10 football receivers?
Top 10 football receivers 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.