She's wearing a dead bird on her head!
by Kathryn Lasky, DAVID CATROW
Tandem Library 1995
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- conservation
- activism
- courage
- social change
- empathy for animals
- women’s history
- ethics and fashion
- community organizing
About this book
This lively picture book tells the true story of two Boston society women who take a stand against the fashion of wearing bird feathers—and even whole birds—on hats. Their witty, determined campaign helps spark a conservation movement that leads to the founding of the Massachusetts Audubon Society. Kathryn Lasky’s engaging narration pairs with David Catrow’s humorous, detailed art to make history accessible and fun. Great for animal lovers and budding activists in grades 2–5, it invites conversations about speaking up and protecting wildlife.
Setting: Boston, Massachusetts, 1890s
Frequently Asked Questions
Is She's wearing a dead bird on her head! right for my child?
Yes — She's wearing a dead bird on her head! is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.5, which is typical for 4th 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 conservation, activism, courage.
How long does it take to read She's wearing a dead bird on her head!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, She's wearing a dead bird on her head! takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,400 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does She's wearing a dead bird on her head! have an AR quiz?
Yes — She's wearing a dead bird on her head! 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 She's wearing a dead bird on her head!?
She's wearing a dead bird on her head! has an AR reading level of 4.5, which places it at a 4th 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.