What reading level is Earthborn?

Earthborn by Sylvia Waugh is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Earthborn appropriate for?

Earthborn is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Earthborn?

Earthborn is fiction — Children's stories.

Does Earthborn have any content warnings?

Earthborn has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — 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 Earthborn?

Earthborn by Sylvia Waugh is 197 pages.

Earthborn

Sylvia Waugh

Earthborn

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sylvia Waugh

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Nesta isn’t just any twelve-year-old—she’s the daughter of aliens hiding right here on Earth. When her parents have to leave or risk being found, Nesta makes a bold choice: she’ll stay behind no matter what. What happens next could change everything.

Themes

Human-alien encountersRunaway childrenParent and childExtraterrestrial beingsComing of Age

Quick Assessment

Earthborn tells the story of Nesta, a twelve-year-old girl who discovers her parents are extraterrestrial researchers living undercover on Earth. When they face the threat of exposure, Nesta chooses to stay behind alone, navigating her identity and safety. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book explores themes of family loyalty, identity, and belonging without intense content.