What reading level is Sonny?

Sonny by Dave Sargent is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Sonny appropriate for?

Sonny is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

Does Sonny have any content warnings?

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

Sonny

Dave Sargent

Sonny

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

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by Dave Sargent

Illustrated by Jane Lenoir

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

What if you could ride alongside a famous lawman in the wild west? Imagine a brave horse named Sonny who lives in a dusty town called Deadwood. When danger strikes, Sonny has to help catch a dangerous outlaw—can he save the day?

Themes

Historical AdventureAnimalsFriendship

Quick Assessment

Set in the late 19th century, this middle-grade novel follows Sonny, a horse belonging to the legendary Bat Masterson in Deadwood, South Dakota. The story blends historical fiction with adventure as Sonny aids in capturing an outlaw, offering young readers an engaging look at the Old West. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book features mild peril typical of adventure stories without graphic content.