Sounder
by William H. Armstrong
Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
A young African-American boy and his loyal coon dog, Sounder, face hardship and hope in the rural South. When his father is taken away by the law, the boy must find strength and courage to keep his family together and hold onto faith through difficult times. This moving tale explores love, resilience, and the bonds that endure against all odds.
Representation & Themes
African American ExperienceFamilyFaithResilienceAnimal CompanionshipComing of Age
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — Intense Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
Death of Animal Animal Abuse Child Abuse Incarceration Physical Injury Hate Speech Restraint Torture Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0064400204
- Pages
- 116
- Publisher
- Harper Collins
- Published
- 1985
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 22,693
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
African Americans -- FictionDogs -- FictionFamily life -- FictionNewbery Medal