What reading level is Hidden?

Hidden by Cathy Glass is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Hidden appropriate for?

Hidden is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: Trauma, Family Separation, Illegal Immigration.

What genre is Hidden?

Hidden is nonfiction — Foster children.

Does Hidden have any content warnings?

Hidden has a HootRating of 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: Trauma, Family Separation, Illegal Immigration. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Hidden?

Hidden by Cathy Glass is 368 pages.

Hidden

Cathy Glass

Hidden

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Betrayed, Exploited and Forgotten. How One Boy Overcame the Odds

by Cathy Glass

Reading Level 7 12ME 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 has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of smoke lingers in the air as Tayo steps quietly into a new home, his clothes worn and his past a mystery whispered in silence. Every step he takes hides stories no one can see, while his polite words mask the shadows of a life lived on the edge. But beneath the calm surface, a storm of secrets and hope begins to stir, waiting to be uncovered.

Themes

Foster CareFamily Identity & Self-Discovery Multicultural

Quick Assessment

Hidden is a compelling middle-grade novel that explores the challenging realities of foster care through the story of Tayo, a young boy with a mysterious and troubling past. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book addresses themes of family separation, illegal immigration, and resilience, with some emotional intensity related to trauma and uncertainty. Parents should be aware that the story involves complex social issues and may prompt thoughtful discussions about identity and belonging.