92 pages • 3 hours read
Katherine ApplegateHome of the Brave
Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | Middle Grade | Published in 2007A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Home of the Brave by Katherine Applegate is a free verse novel about Kek, a Sudanese boy who escapes violence in his homeland and travels alone to the U.S., where he adjusts to a new life while hoping to reunite with his mother. As he navigates language barriers and culture shock, he forms meaningful friendships and finds solace caring for an old cow on a nearby farm.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Home of the Brave by Katherine Applegate is praised for its poignant, accessible narrative and compelling protagonist. Reviewers laud its unique verse style and emotional depth, making it ideal for young readers. Some critique the pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, it is a moving tale of resilience and adaptation in a new land.
Who Should Read Home of the Brave?
A reader who would enjoy Home of the Brave by Katherine Applegate is often drawn to poignant, character-driven narratives that explore themes of immigration, resilience, and adaptation. Similar in appeal to Sharon Creech's Walk Two Moons and Linda Sue Park's A Long Walk to Water, this novel resonates with middle-grade readers who appreciate deep emotional journeys.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
NP