What reading level is Lying low?

Lying low by Diane Johnson is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Lying low appropriate for?

Lying low is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Lying low?

Lying low is fiction — Fiction.

Does Lying low have any content warnings?

Lying low has a HootRating of 11LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Lying low?

Lying low by Diane Johnson is 278 pages.

Lying low

Diane Johnson

Lying low

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Diane Johnson

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 old house creaks as the wind howls outside. Inside, a sister and brother watch nervously while their two boarders act strangely. Suddenly, something unexpected happens that changes everything.

Themes

Family Mystery Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows an elderly sibling pair and their two boarders through a series of unusual, pivotal days. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of change and mystery without intense content, making it appropriate for young readers.