Strays
C. Alexander London
Strays
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by C. Alexander London
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
During the final days of the Vietnam War, a young soldier makes a daring choice to protect his loyal military dog from a grim fate. Facing harsh realities and danger, their bond is tested as they navigate a world filled with conflict and hardship. Together, they must find hope and survival beyond the battlefield.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include animal abuse, animal death, dog fighting. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
Was our "Intense" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
More in the Dog Tags Series
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Military Dogs (Dog Heroes)
Frances E. Ruffin
Military Dogs (Dog Heroes)
Frances E. Ruffin
Trident K9 Warriors
Mike Ritland
Trident K9 Warriors
Mike Ritland
The Stray Dog
Marc Simont
The Stray Dog
Marc Simont
Dog sense
Sneed B. Collard
Dog sense
Sneed B. Collard
Working like a dog
Gena K. Gorrell
Working like a dog
Gena K. Gorrell
Shep
Sneed B. Collard
Shep
Sneed B. Collard
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780545477055
- Pages
- 210
- Publisher
- Scholastic Paperbacks
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 40,562
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 30m
- Text Density
- Standard