What reading level is Hannah?

Hannah by Diane Vazquez is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Hannah appropriate for?

Hannah is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Death & Grieving, Gender Disguise, Family Loss.

Does Hannah have any content warnings?

Hannah has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Death & Grieving, Gender Disguise, Family Loss. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Hannah

Diane Vazquez

Hannah

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Diane Vazquez

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

Hannah is not just any girl—she's a brave coal miner in disguise, working deep underground where few girls dare to go. She takes on a tough job to care for her family, showing that courage can come in many forms. What happens when her secret is at risk of being discovered?

Themes

Family HistoricalSocial IssuesComing of Age

Quick Assessment

Set in 19th century Nova Scotia, this historical fiction follows Hannah, a young girl who disguises herself as a boy to work in a coal mine and support her widowed mother and sisters. The story explores themes of family responsibility, gender roles, and social challenges of the time, including the harsh realities of death and loss. Recommended for ages 9-12, it offers a thoughtful look at resilience and determination in difficult circumstances.