What reading level is Homeward bound?

Homeward bound by Philip M. Horender is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Homeward bound appropriate for?

Homeward bound is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Homeward bound?

Homeward bound is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Homeward bound have any content warnings?

Homeward bound has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Homeward bound?

Homeward bound by Philip M. Horender is 112 pages.

Homeward bound

Philip M. Horender

Homeward bound

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

civil rights mouse leader

by Philip M. Horender

Illustrated by Wolek, Guy, illustrator

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The roar of a crowd fills the air, voices rising with hope and courage. Maximilian P. Mouse feels the excitement of 1963 all around him as he listens to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s powerful 'I Have a Dream' speech. With new friends and a brave heart, Maximilian is ready to change history—one step closer to saving his home.

Themes

Adventure Historical Social Justice Friendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows Maximilian P. Mouse, a time traveler who witnesses Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s historic speech in 1963. Through his adventure, children are introduced to important civil rights themes and the value of courage and perseverance. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book handles historical events with sensitivity and inspiration.