Snow dog
Jim Kjelgaard
Snow dog
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jim Kjelgaard
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
Chiri, a brave steel-gray Husky, grows up in the wild after witnessing a fierce wolf attack his family. As he learns to survive in the snowy wilderness, Chiri forms a special connection with a kind trapper named Link. When the time comes, Chiri must confront the dangerous wolf once more in a test of courage and strength.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7-8 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, physical danger, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0553155601
- Pages
- 163
- Publisher
- Yearling
- Published
- 1980
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 47,492
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 17m
- Text Density
- Dense