Hide and Seek

Jane McFann

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Hide and Seek

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jane McFann

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

What if the quietest kid in school suddenly became the center of a chilling mystery? Lissa has always stayed in the shadows, avoiding friends and attention. But now, someone is hiding a deadly secret just for her—why would anyone want to hurt someone like her?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Lissa, a solitary girl who has avoided social connections and longs to finish school unnoticed. The story introduces a suspenseful element where Lissa becomes the target of a dangerous threat, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12 who enjoy mysteries with moderate tension. Parents should be aware of themes involving danger and suspense, though no graphic content is present.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

208 pages
ISBN
9780590190671
Pages
208
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
1997
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

GamesFamily Life