Dragondrums cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 7.5
Points 12.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 69399
Points per Word 0.000173
Page Count 243
Points per Page 0.049383

Description

Final volume in "The Harper Hall Trilogy" about the flying dragons of Pern and their relationship with the humans who share the planet with them.

Quick Summary

Set on the planet Pern, Dragondrums follows Piemur, A Young Dancer's Apprenticeship: On Tour with the Moscow City Ballet boy training at Harper Hall who discovers he has a rare ability to communicate with the giant flying dragons that share the planet with humans, as he navigates the challenges of growing up while uncovering a dangerous threat to the dragonriders. The book explores themes of finding your place when you feel different, the importance of music and communication across different species, and the responsibility that comes with unique abilities. If You Want a Friend in Washington: Wacky, Wild & Wonderful Presidential Petsr kid likes the magical world-building of Harry Potter, they'll be drawn into this final installment of The Harper Hall Trilogy where the bond between humans and dragons takes center stage. This book is best for mature 5th-7th graders who enjoy fantasy and can handle some complex emotional situations, with an AR Level of 7.5 and 12 points making it a solid choice for strong readers.