A twelve-year-old Indian immigrant in New York City and a Kentucky coal miner's son become pen pals, and eventually best friends, through a series of revealing letters exploring such topics as environmental activism, immigration, and racism. Interest Level: 5-8 Reading Level: 5.2 ATOS Book Level: 5.2 AR Interest Level: MG AR Points: 9 AR Quiz: 150734EN Lexile Measure: 890 Fountas & Pinnell: W.