Tell me how the wind sounds
by Leslie D. Guccione
Scholastic 1989
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 4.9 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- communication
- empathy
- disability and accessibility
- first love
- identity and independence
- family dynamics
- acceptance
- belonging
About this book
A city teen spends the summer on a New England island, hired to be a companion for a boy who is deaf. As they learn to communicate—through patience, gesture, and sign—both are pushed to rethink what strength and independence really mean. The sea, sand, and small-town rhythms frame a tender coming-of-age story with hints of first love. Readers who enjoy character-driven stories about empathy and connection will be drawn in.
Setting: a small coastal New England island in summer
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tell me how the wind sounds right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Tell me how the wind sounds. The reading level is AR 4.9, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include communication, empathy, disability and accessibility.
How long does it take to read Tell me how the wind sounds?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Tell me how the wind sounds takes around 6.2h to finish. The book has 56,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Tell me how the wind sounds have an AR quiz?
Yes — Tell me how the wind sounds has an AR quiz available, worth 7 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 Tell me how the wind sounds?
Tell me how the wind sounds has an AR reading level of 4.9, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — 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.