Sparrow
Sarah Moon
Sparrow
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sarah Moon
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
A talented and thoughtful African-American girl uses sharp wit to express her deep desire to escape the challenges of her everyday life. Through her unique perspective, she explores feelings of sadness and longing while navigating her world. Her story sheds light on the struggles of coping with difficult emotions and the hope for a brighter future.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include emotional: suicide, emotional: grief, emotional: mental health. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781338032581
- Pages
- 264
- Publisher
- Arthur A. Levine Books
- Published
- 2017
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 61,724
- Read-Aloud
- ~6h 51m
- Text Density
- Standard