Cats to the Rescue
True Tales of Heroic Felines
Macmillan 2006
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- animal heroism
- courage and bravery
- human–animal bond
- loyalty
- intuition and alertness
- survival and rescue
- compassion
- responsibility of pet ownership
- perseverance
About this book
A collection of true stories about remarkable cats that warned families of danger, saved lives, traveled incredible distances to reunite with owners, and showed courage and loyalty in surprising ways. Marilyn Singer gathers real-life accounts from around the world to celebrate feline heroism and the human–animal bond.
Setting: Multiple real-world locations (primarily contemporary homes and communities in the U.S. and abroad)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cats to the Rescue right for my child?
Yes — Cats to the Rescue is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.4, which is typical for 6th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include animal heroism, courage and bravery, human–animal bond.
How long does it take to read Cats to the Rescue?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Cats to the Rescue takes around 3.6h to finish. The book has 38,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cats to the Rescue have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cats to the Rescue has an AR quiz available, worth 6 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Cats to the Rescue?
Cats to the Rescue has an AR reading level of 6.4, which places it at a 6th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.