What reading level is Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry?

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry appropriate for?

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Racial Discrimination, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief.

What genre is Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry?

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry have any content warnings?

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Racial Discrimination, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry?

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor is 304 pages.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mildred D. Taylor

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

There’s a family secret whispered in the wind across the cotton fields—one that holds their pride and courage tight. Life in Depression-era Mississippi is tough, but their strength is tougher. And that’s only the beginning of their story.

Themes

Family Social Justice Coming of Age Historical

Quick Assessment

Set during the Great Depression in Mississippi, this acclaimed novel follows an African American family's fight to preserve their dignity and independence amidst harsh racism and social injustice. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it offers a powerful exploration of historical and social themes that may prompt important conversations about race and resilience.