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Where the Red Fern Grows
by Wilson Rawls · Grade 4 · AR 5.5
Where the Red Fern Grows
Reading Comprehension Questions
by Wilson Rawls
19 curated questions
The story follows a young boy named Billy Colman who lives in the Ozark Mountains during the Great Depression. He dreams of owning two coonhounds and works tirelessly to save enough money to buy them. He eventually gets two pups, Old Dan and Little Ann, and trains them to become the best coon hunters in the region. The book details their adventures, the deep bond between Billy and his dogs, and the challenges they face, culminating in a poignant story of love, loyalty, perseverance, and ultimately, loss and acceptance.
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Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls is recommended for grades 3-5 readers with an AR level of 5.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
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