What reading level is Dusty White Eagle Feather?

Dusty White Eagle Feather by Barbara Hay is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Dusty White Eagle Feather appropriate for?

Dusty White Eagle Feather is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Dusty White Eagle Feather?

Dusty White Eagle Feather is fiction.

Does Dusty White Eagle Feather have any content warnings?

Dusty White Eagle Feather has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Dusty White Eagle Feather?

Dusty White Eagle Feather by Barbara Hay is 124 pages.

Dusty White Eagle Feather

Barbara Hay

Dusty White Eagle Feather

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Barbara Hay

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Dusty White Eagle Feather isn’t just any boy—he’s caught in a fierce fight between history and heart. When a statue sparks anger in his small town, Dusty finds himself speeding away in a getaway car, but that’s only the start. A mystical white eagle will take him on a journey through time that will test his courage and change his story forever.

Themes

Multicultural HistoricalIndigenous PeoplesComing of Age Family Friendship Social Justice

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel follows fifteen-year-old Dusty Hamilton as he navigates racial tensions in rural Oklahoma during the 100th anniversary of the Land Run. The story explores themes of multiculturalism, prejudice, and identity through Dusty’s mystical journey into the history of the Ponca tribe’s forced relocation. Suitable for teens aged 13-18, the book thoughtfully addresses complex social issues and encourages reflection on honesty, courage, and forgiveness.