Highlights of the Washington Redskins cover

Highlights of the Washington Redskins

Author: Storm, Marysa

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 3.3
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 635
Points per Word 0.000787
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625

Description

This book provides highlights of the National Football League's Washington Redskins franchise.

Quick Summary

For kids who are already hooked on the NFL or just want to learn why the Washington franchise has been a big deal, this short read packs a lot of fun facts into just 635 words. It hits the sweet spot between a quick read and enough detail to feel like you actually learned something, with clear explanations of famous plays like the 1972 Super Bowl win and memorable players like Joe Theismann. The language is simple enough that a third-grader can breeze through it, but the facts and a few vivid photos keep older middle-schoolers interested, making it a good pick for reluctant readers who think longer sports books look intimidating. Parents will appreciate that there's no heavy drama just straight-up football highlights and a few stats, with only mild references to tackles that are typical of any game. If you finish this and want another quick, kid-friendly dive into NFL history, check out "NFL Super Teams for Kids" or the "A Kid's Guide to Football" series for more of the same flavor.