Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
3.7
Points
3.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
19590
Points per Word
0.000153
Page Count
131
Points per Page
0.022901
Description
In Haifa, Israel, at the onset of the 1973 Yom Kippur War, nine-year-old Mayim struggles with questions about her future, particularly mandatory service in the Israeli army, but finds comfort in friends, relatives, and a very old, stray dog with no name.
Quick Summary
A stray dog becomes a beacon of hope for a young girl navigating the tumultuous landscape of 1970s Israel. Young readers will connect deeply with Mayim's personal journey of finding friendship and courage amid uncertainty. Fans of heartwarming stories like "The One and Only Ivan" will find a similar emotional connection in this tale of loyalty and resilience. This compelling narrative is ideal for readers in grades 4-6 who enjoy historical fiction with meaningful animal companions.