The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition
Scholastic Press 2023
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 6.5 (6th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
Themes include war and its aftermath
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Genre
Themes
- ambition
- power and corruption
- survival
- moral choices
- class inequality
- control vs. freedom
- loyalty and betrayal
- war and its aftermath
About this book
This prequel to The Hunger Games follows an ambitious young Coriolanus Snow as he is assigned to mentor a tribute in the 10th Hunger Games. Set in the early years of Panem, the story explores how power, privilege, and survival shape people and choices. Fans of the original trilogy will enjoy the high-stakes competition, political intrigue, and rich worldbuilding. It’s a compelling read for older teens who like complex characters and moral dilemmas.
Setting: Panem—primarily the Capitol and Districts during the early postwar years and the 10th Hunger Games
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition. The reading level is AR 6.5, 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 ambition, power and corruption, survival.
How long does it take to read The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition takes around 13h to finish. The book has 138,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition has an AR quiz available, worth 24 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 The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition?
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (a Hunger Games Novel): Movie Tie-In Edition has an AR reading level of 6.5, 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.