What reading level is Carrie's war?

Carrie's war by Nina Bawden is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Carrie's war appropriate for?

Carrie's war is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Carrie's war?

Carrie's war is fiction — Large print books.

Does Carrie's war have any content warnings?

Carrie's war has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Carrie's war?

Carrie's war by Nina Bawden is 248 pages.

Carrie's war

Nina Bawden

Carrie's war

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nina Bawden

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

Carrie is braver than most kids her age, but even she makes mistakes that last a lifetime. During World War II, she finds herself far from home in a quiet Welsh village, caught between family secrets and the weight of her own choices. What she does there changes everything—not just for her, but for everyone she loves.

Themes

Family Historical Coming of AgeWar & Conflict

Quick Assessment

Set during World War II, this middle-grade novel follows Carrie and her brother as they are evacuated to a rural Welsh village, where family tensions lead Carrie to make a decision that impacts her for decades. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of family conflict, war displacement, and personal growth with sensitivity. Parents should be aware of the emotional depth related to family strife and the lasting effects of childhood choices.