Who Was Alex Trebek? cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 5.7
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 8247
Points per Word 0.000121
Page Count 112
Points per Page 0.008929

Description

This book recounts the life of beloved Jeopardy host Alex Trebek, who grew up in Ontario, Canada, listening to the radio and hoping to one day become a broadcaster. The coauthor is Meg Belviso.

Quick Summary

This book gives kids a front-row seat to the incredible journey of Alex Trebek, from a young boy in Canada dreaming over a radio to becoming the iconic voice of Jeopardy who inspired millions. Readers will discover the determination and humor that made Trebek a beloved figure, including little-known stories about his career and the secrets behind the show's famous format. If your kid devours the "Who Was" series or dreams of a career in broadcasting, they'll be hooked on this story of perseverance and a dream come true. Ideal for kids in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy quick, fact-packed biographies with personality.