Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel)
Scholastic Inc. 2025
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 6.2 (6th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
Themes include trauma and healing
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Genre
Themes
- survival
- power and corruption
- resilience
- love and sacrifice
- trauma and healing
- oppression
- moral choices
- rebellion
About this book
Set decades before Katniss, this Hunger Games novel follows a young Haymitch Abernathy as Panem prepares for the brutal Fiftieth Games—this Quarter Quell will take twice as many tributes, doubling the danger and the stakes. In District 12, Haymitch is determined to protect what he loves while facing a system built to break him. Readers get high-stakes action, political intrigue, and a tense survival story that deepens the lore of Panem. Fans will enjoy the sharp wit, moral dilemmas, and the origin story of a mentor they thought they knew.
Setting: the dystopian nation of Panem—primarily District 12 and the arena during the Fiftieth Hunger Games (Quarter Quell)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel). The reading level is AR 6.2, which is typical for 6th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include survival, power and corruption, resilience.
How long does it take to read Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel)?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) takes around 16h to finish. The book has 172,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) has an AR quiz available, worth 26 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 Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel)?
Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) has an AR reading level of 6.2, which places it at a 6th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — 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.