Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
6.5
Points
1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
8964
Points per Word
0.000112
Page Count
64
Points per Page
0.015625
Series
Sports Great
Description
Jason Kidd's rise from a middle-school prodigy to NBA star is chronicled in this profile of his life and career. The book follows his standout years at the University of California, where his playmaking skills earned him recognition as the nation's top point guard before he left after his sophomore year. It also recounts his professional triumphs, including being named Co-Rookie of the Year and earning an All-Star selection, while exploring the obstacles he faced as a biracial athlete in a competitive sport. The narrative offers readers a look at Kidd's personal journey, his challenges on and off the court, and the dedication that drove his success.