Lottery Rose
by Hunt
Tandem Library 1999
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
Themes include healing from trauma
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Genre
Themes
- healing from trauma
- trust and forgiveness
- found family
- resilience
- friendship
- grief
- hope
- empathy and compassion
About this book
After years of abuse, young Georgie Burgess wins a small rosebush in a grocery store lottery, a prize he fiercely protects as he’s placed in a boys’ home. There, caring adults and new friendships begin to chip away at his defenses. The story explores healing and trust as Georgie learns to let others in and to care for something beautiful. A sensitive, hopeful read for middle graders who appreciate realistic, emotionally rich stories.
Setting: a contemporary Florida city, 1970s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lottery Rose right for my child?
Yes — Lottery Rose is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.5, which is typical for 5th 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 healing from trauma, trust and forgiveness, found family.
How long does it take to read Lottery Rose?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Lottery Rose takes around 4.8h to finish. The book has 47,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Lottery Rose have an AR quiz?
Yes — Lottery Rose 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 Lottery Rose?
Lottery Rose has an AR reading level of 5.5, which places it at a 5th 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.