What reading level is Unbound?

Unbound by Ann E. Burg is at a Level 5-6 reading level (Lexile 900L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Unbound appropriate for?

Unbound is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Family Change, Physical Danger, Racial Discrimination.

What genre is Unbound?

Unbound is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Unbound have any content warnings?

Unbound has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Family Change, Physical Danger, Racial Discrimination. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Unbound?

Unbound by Ann E. Burg is 345 pages (approximately 28,447 words).

Unbound

Ann E. Burg

Unbound

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann E. Burg

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

Nine-year-old Grace tries to stay quiet while working in the Big House kitchen, but witnessing the cruelty around her sparks courage she can't contain. When danger threatens to tear her family apart, they make a daring escape into the mysterious Dismal Swamp, seeking freedom among other runaway slaves. This powerful story reveals the strength of hope and the fight for liberty.

Themes

African American familiesFamilySlaverySurvival Historical

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, family change, physical danger. Written for readers ages 9-12.