Lassie Come-home
by Rosemary Wells, Eric Knight, Susan Jeffers
Scholastic Inc 2000
Challenging read for K–3rd grade
Reading level 4 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range
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Genre
Themes
- loyalty
- perseverance
- family
- courage
- homecoming
- human–animal bond
- hope
About this book
This classic animal story is retold for younger readers, following a devoted collie who is separated from her boy and undertakes a brave journey to find her way home. Rosemary Wells’s clear, heartfelt text and Susan Jeffers’s luminous paintings bring Eric Knight’s beloved tale to life. It’s a touching read-aloud for families and a satisfying choice for animal lovers ready for a longer picture book. Themes of loyalty, courage, and the bond between pets and their people shine throughout without giving away the ending.
Setting: rural England and Scotland, 1930s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lassie Come-home right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Lassie Come-home. The reading level is AR 4, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include loyalty, perseverance, family.
How long does it take to read Lassie Come-home?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Lassie Come-home takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,400 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Lassie Come-home have an AR quiz?
Yes — Lassie Come-home 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 Lassie Come-home?
Lassie Come-home has an AR reading level of 4, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — 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.