The Last Snake Runner

Kimberley Griffiths Little

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The Last Snake Runner

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kimberley Griffiths Little

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th 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

Kendall, a boy with both Anglo and Acoma heritage, embarks on a thrilling journey to the 1500s where he finds himself in the heart of ancient Acoma, New Mexico. Amidst the arrival of Spanish explorers, he discovers his true destiny as the final Snake Clan runner, connecting deeply with his ancestors and their brave history. Adventure and heritage collide as Kendall steps into a world full of courage and tradition.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include historical conflict, war & conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Historical Conflict War & Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

208 pages
50,359 words
5h 36m read-aloud
ISBN
0375815392
Pages
208
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published
May 14, 2002
Type
Fiction
Word Count
50,359
Read-Aloud
~5h 36m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Acoma IndiansTime TravelIndians of North AmericaRacially Mixed People