Cover of Catwings Return

Catwings Return

by Ursula K. Le Guin

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Four winged cats embark on a journey from their peaceful countryside home back to the bustling city to see their mother. Along the way, they find a tiny winged kitten hiding in an old building about to be torn down, sparking a new adventure filled with discovery and hope. Together, they learn about family and bravery in a world full of surprises.

Representation & Themes

AnimalsFamilyAdventureFriendship

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0531071111
Pages
48
Publisher
Orchard Books (NY)
Published
March 1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
4,975

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile FictionReaders - Chapter BooksChildren: Grades 3-4Animals - CatsChildren's 4-8 - Fiction - GeneralLifestyles - City LifeLifestyles - City & Town LifeFictionAction & AdventureAction & Adventure - GeneralCats