What reading level is Send 'em South?

Send 'em South by Alan N. Kay is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Send 'em South appropriate for?

Send 'em South is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9IE (Intense — Emotional).

What genre is Send 'em South?

Send 'em South is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Send 'em South have any content warnings?

Send 'em South has a HootRating of 9IE (Intense — 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 Send 'em South?

Send 'em South by Alan N. Kay is 133 pages.

Send 'em South

Alan N. Kay

Send 'em South

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alan N. Kay

Reading Level 4-5 9IE Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

Did you know some people risked everything to help others escape to freedom? Lisa’s family is torn apart when her mother is sold, but Lisa has a secret plan to run away and find safety. What dangers lie ahead? That’s only the beginning.

Themes

Underground RailroadSlaveryAfrican AmericansFamilyCourageHistorical

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction novel follows Lisa, a young girl whose family is devastated by slavery when her mother is sold at auction. Set against the backdrop of the Underground Railroad, the story explores themes of courage, family separation, and the quest for freedom. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers a sensitive portrayal of slavery’s impact, with content that may prompt important discussions about history and resilience.