What reading level is The Stray (Read Along)?

The Stray (Read Along) by Jean Little is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Stray (Read Along) appropriate for?

The Stray (Read Along) is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Runaways, Old Age, Adoption.

What genre is The Stray (Read Along)?

The Stray (Read Along) is fiction.

Does The Stray (Read Along) have any content warnings?

The Stray (Read Along) has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Runaways, Old Age, Adoption. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Stray (Read Along)?

The Stray (Read Along) by Jean Little is 160 pages.

The Stray (Read Along)

Jean Little

The Stray (Read Along)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jean Little

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 would you do if a seventy-five-year-old lady suddenly showed up at your door, running away from her old people’s home? Imagine meeting Henny Hickathrift, whose unexpected adventure brings five kids and their families together in the most surprising way. But how will they all fit into one big, unusual family?

Themes

Family Adoption & Foster CareSocial IssuesFriendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel tells the heartwarming story of Henny Hickathrift, a 75-year-old woman who escapes her old people's home and finds an unexpected welcome with a family of five children and their parents. It touches on themes of aging, family, and belonging, making it suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note the gentle exploration of social issues like adoption and running away, presented in a sensitive and age-appropriate manner.