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Overview & Summary

Six misfit teenage boys, all rejects from other cabins at a summer camp for troubled youth, bond together as "the Bedwetters" and, appalled by a planned buffalo hunt at a nearby game preserve, set out on their own to free the animals before they can be slaughtered. Glendon Swarthout's novel is a story of underdogs finding purpose and courage together, and it became a well-known anthem of youthful idealism against senseless cruelty.

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Who This Book Is For

Recommended for High school students (Grades 9–12) working on English Literature. Fits students building reading confidence, vocabulary, and strong comprehension.

Grade LevelUpper (9-12)
Lexile ComplexityHigh School & Up (1100L+)

Why CE Recommends This Book

Curated by Cardinal Education to complement English Literature learning. It provides an approachable balance of engaging narrative and steady reading skill development.

Academic & Admissions Takeaways
Grade & Readiness: Aligned for Upper (9-12).
Lexile Complexity: Targeted for High School & Up (1100L+).
Subject Alignment: Builds vocabulary, reading stamina, and analytical skills for English Literature.
Reading Goal: Lexile growth, classroom discussion readiness & essay depth.