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The High King

by Lloyd Alexander

Assigned across 1 curriculum list

The High King by Lloyd Alexander is assigned in US schools at grades 3–7. It appears across 1 curriculum reference, sourced from state DOE pages and AP/IB/Common Core syllabi. Every citation below links to the primary source.

This page shows where The High King is assigned in US schools — curricula, states, grades, and the primary-source citations behind each placement. Not a summary or study guide.

Grade range
Grades 3–7
Pages
278
Reading time
about 5h 5m (est.)
First published
1968
Genre
Juvenile Fiction
ISBN-13
9781429961981
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About this book

The ultimate battle between good and evil awaits in this breathtaking conclusion to The Chronicles of Prydain. In The High King, the most powerful weapon in the land of Prydain falls into the hands of Arawn, Lord of the Land of Death. Taran and Prince Gwydion must rally an army to stand against the dark forces in the most perilous quest of their journey. Faced with battle, bloodshed, and the biting cold of winter, the companions' adventure leads them to the very portal of Arawn's stronghold. There, Taran must make the most crucial decision of his life. This Newbery Medal-winning novel by Lloyd Alexander is a breathtaking finale to the beloved Chronicles of Prydain series. Filled with action, adventure, and fantasy, The High King is a timeless classic that will enchant young readers as they

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Why widely assigned

This Juvenile Fiction title, typically at grades 3–7. Written in the 1960s; cited across 1 curriculum framework.

Where this book is assigned

Common questions

What grade level is The High King?
The High King is most commonly assigned in US schools in grades 3–7. Specific grade placement varies by curriculum — AP Literature and IB English Literature typically use it in grades 11-12.
How long does it take to read The High King?
It takes about 5h 5m to read The High King (278 pages) at an average adult reading pace of about 250 words per minute — roughly 305 minutes. Faster or slower readers will vary; the estimate is a planning guide for assigning the book.
What curricula assign The High King?
The High King appears on reading lists for Newbery Medal. Each assignment on this site links to its primary-source citation.
Is The High King banned in schools?
The High King does not appear in PEN America's Index of School Book Bans 2022-2024. No documented multi-district removals on record, but individual districts may challenge titles locally.

Why this book is on this list

Each dimension below is sourced from a public reference. The full framework is documented on the classification standard page.

Lexile measure
Not classified — this book has no published Lexile measure.
Grade band
Grades 3–7 — drawn from state ELA frameworks and AP/IB syllabi citing this book.
Curriculum alignment
Cited in 1 curriculum on this site (see “Where assigned” above for primary-source links).
State-level evidence
Not yet documented in a state-level framework on this site.
Removal / banning records
No tracked removal or challenge records in cited sources.
Seasonal / contextual tags
Tagged for: award-winner.
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