What reading level is Across the Mountains?

Across the Mountains by Aren Lerner is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Across the Mountains appropriate for?

Across the Mountains is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is Across the Mountains?

Across the Mountains is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Across the Mountains have any content warnings?

Across the Mountains has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Across the Mountains?

Across the Mountains by Aren Lerner is 348 pages.

Across the Mountains

Aren Lerner

Across the Mountains

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Aren Lerner

Reading Level 7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you had to leave everything you know and cross dangerous mountains just to start a new life? Imagine facing wild rivers, unexpected challenges, and meeting strangers who could become your closest friends. Lizzy and Andrew’s journey is full of surprises—will they make it to their new home safely?

Themes

Historical Adventure Family Friendship

Quick Assessment

Across the Mountains follows Lizzy and Andrew as they embark on a challenging journey westward to Kansas, starting their new life with hope and determination. This historical middle-grade novel offers well-researched depictions of pioneer life, including interactions with Native Americans and the hardships of travel. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild peril and adventure elements appropriate for this age group.