What reading level is After the ashes?

After the ashes by Sara K. Joiner is at a Level 4-5 reading level (Lexile 590L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is After the ashes appropriate for?

After the ashes is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Survival, Family Change, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is After the ashes?

After the ashes is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does After the ashes have any content warnings?

After the ashes has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Survival, Family Change, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is After the ashes?

After the ashes by Sara K. Joiner is 278 pages (approximately 70,904 words).

After the ashes

Sara K. Joiner

After the ashes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sara K. Joiner

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

In 1883 on the island of Java, thirteen-year-old Katrien is passionate about exploring nature and proving science, even if it means defying her aunt’s wishes. When the mighty Krakatau volcano erupts, Katrien must navigate the dangerous aftermath and find safety alongside someone she never expected to trust. This gripping adventure blends family dynamics with the raw power of nature and the courage to survive.