Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
1.9
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
380
Points per Word
0.001316
Page Count
16
Points per Page
0.03125
Series
PM Plus Orange
Description
Jordan hopes he is chosen to be the one to lead the soccer teams onto the field.
Quick Summary
Jordan's excitement about leading his soccer team onto the field feels like a pep talk from a teammate, and it's easy to see why young sports fans will relate. The story is short enough for early readers but still manages to pack a warm message about teamwork and not giving up, even when the pressure's on. Kids who love soccer will enjoy the behind-the-scenes feeling of the big game, while the simple sentences make it a good choice for new readers or a quick bedtime read. Parents will appreciate the positive role model and the gentle way the book talks about nerves, making it a good pick for kids who feel anxious before a big event.