Hound for Hannah (Hannah's Island)

Eric E. Wiggin

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Hound for Hannah (Hannah's Island)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Eric E. Wiggin

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The salty breeze carries the bark of Hunter, the hound, as waves crash against the rocky shores of Hannah's island home. Every day brings new scents, sounds, and adventures around the cozy tourist lodge where Hannah and her brother learn and explore together. But when unexpected challenges arise, Hannah’s courage and friendship will be put to the test.

Themes

FamilyFriendshipAdventureHomeschoolingAnimals

Quick Assessment

Hound for Hannah follows a young girl named Hannah Parmenter and her dog Hunter as they navigate life on a remote island in northern Maine. The story highlights themes of family, homeschooling, and small-town community, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. The book contains gentle adventures with no intense conflict, making it appropriate for middle-grade readers.

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

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613802109
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
September 1995
Type
Fiction

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