Dog sense

Sneed B. Collard

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Dog sense

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sneed B. Collard

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 11+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

After moving from California to Montana, thirteen-year-old Guy struggles to fit in at his new school where bullies make life tough. With the help of his loyal Border collie, Streak, and a new friend named Luke, Guy finds a way to stand up to the challenges and bring excitement back into his days by training his dog for a Frisbee competition. Through friendship, courage, and teamwork, Guy learns to face change and find his place in a strange new world.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include bullying, mild peril. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Bullying Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

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39,910 words
4h 26m read-aloud
ISBN
156145351X
Publisher
National Geographic Books
Published
2005
Type
Fiction
Word Count
39,910
Read-Aloud
~4h 26m

Genres

Subjects

DogsBulliesSchoolsMoving, HouseholdGrandfathersMontana