What reading level is Map and the Stone?

Map and the Stone by Sarah Barnard is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Map and the Stone appropriate for?

Map and the Stone is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Map and the Stone?

Map and the Stone is fiction — Adventure stories.

Does Map and the Stone have any content warnings?

Map and the Stone has a HootRating of 9LE (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 Map and the Stone?

Map and the Stone by Sarah Barnard is 142 pages.

Map and the Stone

Sarah Barnard

Map and the Stone

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sarah Barnard

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if a mysterious creature called a Darkling appeared on your bed, begging for your help? Ten-year-old Rhys lives in a house that feels a little forgotten, but when he spots strange movements in the shadows, his ordinary world begins to change. Can Rhys find the magical Nexus and save the Darklings before it’s too late?

Themes

Fantasy World-Building Adventure Friendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows 10-year-old Rhys as he encounters a magical creature called a Darkling and embarks on a quest to help it and its people return home. The story explores themes of imagination, bravery, and friendship, suitable for readers aged 9-12. There are mild fantasy elements and light peril, but no intense content concerns.