Nick's secret
by Claire H. Blatchford
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
Nick, a deaf seventh grader, discovers a hidden world when he meets a girl caring for a special group of sheepdogs by herself. Together, they navigate challenges and form a unique friendship that highlights courage and understanding. This story celebrates the strength found in differences and the bonds we create with animals and friends.
Representation & Themes
Disability RepresentationFriendshipAnimalsComing of Age
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0822507439
- Pages
- 175
- Publisher
- Lerner Publications
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 33,118
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Sheep dogs -- Fiction.Dogs -- Fiction.Deaf -- FictionPeople with disabilities -- Fiction.