Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2
Houghton Mifflin Vocabulary Readers
by Read
Houghton Mifflin 2005
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- immigration and refugees
- family separation
- courage
- hope
- freedom
- resilience
- cultural identity
- community support
About this book
This short nonfiction reader introduces Operation Pedro Pan, the program that helped more than 14,000 Cuban children come to the United States between 1960 and 1962. With clear text and supportive vocabulary, it explains why families made this difficult choice and how organizations in the U.S. cared for the children. Photos and sidebars give historical context while keeping the reading accessible. It’s a good fit for middle-grade students studying immigration, the Cold War, or real-world stories of courage and hope.
Setting: Cuba and Miami, early 1960s (Operation Pedro Pan)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2 right for my child?
Yes — Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2 is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6, 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 immigration and refugees, family separation, courage.
How long does it take to read Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2 takes around 5m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2 have an AR quiz?
Yes — Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2 has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 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 Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2?
Fly Away Children, Level 6 Theme 1.2 has an AR reading level of 6, 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.