Xtreme Moments in Sports
Set of 6 titles
This series introduces readers to some of the most exciting moments in sports history, including famous goals, improbable comebacks, career milestones, and barrier busters. Along the way, readers learn fun facts about the title sport and its most celebrated athletes, and a quiz shows what they have learned.
Interest Level | Grade 3 - Grade 9 |
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Reading Level | Grade 4 |
Dewey Number | 796-323-796.962 |
Lexile | 760L-900L |
ATOS Reading Level | 4.3-5.3 |
Guided Reading Level | |
Language | English |
Publisher | Abdo Publishing |
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Format | Reinforced book |
ISBN | S23ABDO38 |
Copyright | 2023 |
Number of Pages | 48 |
Dimensions | 7.25 x 9.25 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs, Historical photographs |
SLJ Review of XTreme Moments in Sports
Iconic moments in baseball, soccer, gymnastics, and more are explored in this new Hi-Lo series from Abdo. Each book takes a sport, provides a brief description of its origins, and delves into eight important events from its history. There is a good balance between historic and more contemporary sports moments, and both male and female athletes are highlighted. The text, which features one short paragraph per page, effectively distills these moments into exciting and highly readable narratives for striving readers. Page layouts include full-page photographs showing the events and players being described, along with engaging graphics and “Xtreme” fun facts. A series of questions to test understanding is included at the end of each book, as well as a QR code linking to additional online resources through Abdo Booklinks. VERDICT Written at a fourth-grade reading level, this high-octane series packs a punch for sports fans.