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Enchanted runner

by Kimberley Griffiths Little

Reading Level 5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

At twelve years old, Kendall embarks on a journey to his great-grandfather's pueblo, where he uncovers the rich traditions of his Acoma heritage. As he connects with his roots, he discovers a special talent and a calling as a runner that shapes his identity and future. This story celebrates cultural discovery and the bonds that tie generations together.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalFamilyComing of AgeCultural Heritage

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0380976234
Pages
149
Publisher
Avon Books
Published
1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
40,137

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Acoma Indians -- Juvenile fiction.Acoma Indians -- Fiction.Indians of North America -- New Mexico -- Fiction.Racially mixed people -- Fiction.Great-grandfathers -- Fiction.Running -- Fiction.Acoma (N.M.) -- Fiction.Great-grandfathersIndians of North AmericaRacially mixed peopleJuvenile fictionFictionRunningNew MexicoAcoma IndiansChildren's fictionIndians of north america, fictionSports, fictionRacially mixed people, fiction

Places

Acoma (N.M.)Fiction