Missing on Malridge Mountain
Thomas Kingsley Troupe
Missing on Malridge Mountain
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Thomas Kingsley Troupe
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
The crisp mountain air smells like pine and adventure as Slater steps onto the rocky trail. The crunch of leaves beneath his boots echoes through the forest, but suddenly, silence falls—and he realizes he's not alone. Fear and determination mix as he faces unexpected challenges on Malridge Mountain.
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction follows Slater, a young boy who encounters unforeseen dangers during a morning hike on Malridge Mountain. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of survival and resilience with manageable tension and no graphic content, making it a good choice for readers developing problem-solving skills.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781669085997
- Pages
- 112
- Publisher
- Stone Arch Books
- Published
- 2025
- Type
- Fiction