Hiding out

Elizabeth Laird

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Hiding out

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Elizabeth Laird

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

The cool damp air of the cave wraps around Peter as he listens to the distant drip of water echoing off the stone walls. Alone and hidden, every sound feels louder and the shadows seem to move. How will he find his way back when the world outside feels so far away?

Themes

SurvivalAdventureFamilyJuvenile fiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Peter, a young boy who becomes accidentally separated from his family during a holiday picnic in the French countryside. The story explores themes of survival and courage as Peter navigates the challenges of being lost and alone. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers an engaging adventure with some tense moments but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

219 pages
ISBN
9781903015537
Pages
219
Publisher
Barn Owl Books
Published
2006
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SurvivalCavesMissing ChildrenBritishAbandoned ChildrenFamilyFrance

Places

France