What reading level is Hound of the Baskervilles?

Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Hound of the Baskervilles appropriate for?

Hound of the Baskervilles is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9IP (Intense — Physical). Content flags: Animal Death, Animal Abuse, Restraint, Unconsciousness, Fall, Broken Bone, Family Member Death, Surveillance, Gun Violence.

What genre is Hound of the Baskervilles?

Hound of the Baskervilles is fiction — Children's stories.

How many pages is Hound of the Baskervilles?

Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle is 158 pages.

Hound of the Baskervilles

Arthur Conan Doyle

Hound of the Baskervilles

Q: Does Hound of the Baskervilles have any content warnings?

Hound of the Baskervilles has a HootRating of 9IP (Intense — Physical). Content flags include: Animal Death, Animal Abuse, Restraint, Unconsciousness, Fall, Broken Bone, Family Member Death, Surveillance, Gun Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

From the Story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

by Arthur Conan Doyle

Reading Level 4-5 9IP Ages 9-12 Heads Up

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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

The night is dark and the moor is alive with eerie howls as footsteps race through the mist. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are in hot pursuit of a mysterious, ghostly hound that terrifies a noble family. Suddenly, a chilling growl echoes nearby—what’s lurking in the shadows?

Themes

DetectiveAdventure MysteryAnimalsFriendship Family

Quick Assessment

This classic detective story follows Sherlock Holmes as he investigates a mysterious legend involving a terrifying hound threatening the Baskerville family. While suitable for middle-grade readers, parents should be aware of some intense scenes including animal distress, physical injury, and suspenseful moments involving danger and loss. The book blends mystery and adventure with Victorian-era settings, making it an engaging read for ages 9 to 12.