How Long to Read Runaway

How Long Does it Take to Read Runaway?

It takes the average reader and 23 minutes to read Runaway by Ray Anthony Shepard

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

A powerful poem about Ona Judge's life and her self-emancipation from George Washington’s household. Ona Judge was enslaved by the Washingtons, and served the President's wife, Martha. Ona was widely known for her excellent skills as a seamstress, and was raised alongside Washington’s grandchildren. Indeed, she was frequently mistaken for his granddaughter. This poetic biography follows her childhood and adolescence until she decides to run away. Author Ray Anthony Shepard welcomes meaningful and necessary conversation among young readers about the horrors of slavery and the experience of house servants through call-and-response style lines. Illustrator Keith Mallett’s rich paintings include fabric collage and add further feeling and majesty to Ona’s daring escape. With extensive backmatter, this poem may serve as a new introduction to American slavery and Ona Judge's legacy.

How long is Runaway?

Runaway by Ray Anthony Shepard is 23 pages long, and a total of 5,819 words.

This makes it 8% the length of the average book. It also has 7% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Runaway Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes and 31 minutes to read Runaway aloud.

What Reading Level is Runaway?

Runaway is suitable for students ages 8 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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