What reading level is Red Riding Hood?

Red Riding Hood by Sarah Blakley-Cartwright is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Red Riding Hood appropriate for?

Red Riding Hood is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Red Riding Hood?

Red Riding Hood is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Red Riding Hood have any content warnings?

Red Riding Hood has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Red Riding Hood?

Red Riding Hood by Sarah Blakley-Cartwright is 352 pages.

Red Riding Hood

Sarah Blakley-Cartwright

Red Riding Hood

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sarah Blakley-Cartwright

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Valerie races through the dark forest, her heart pounding as the Blood Moon rises. She hears a voice only she can understand—the Wolf’s chilling demand that she surrender before it's too late. Suddenly, shadows close in, and Valerie must decide who to trust when the monster could be anyone.

Themes

SupernaturalAdventure Mystery Coming of Age Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade retelling of Red Riding Hood mixes supernatural suspense with themes of loss and courage. Featuring werewolves and a tense mystery, it is suitable for children ages 9-12 who can handle mild peril and emotional intensity. Parents should note the story includes themes of death and suspenseful situations, but it is thoughtfully presented within a classic fairy tale framework.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Mild Peril Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

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Details

Book Length

352 pages

ISBN: 9780316190855
Pages: 352
Publisher: Poppy
Published: 2011
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

WerewolvesSupernaturalLittle Red Riding HoodAdaptationsFilm NovelizationsHorror TalesHorror StoriesLoups-garousRomans, NouvellesRécits D'horreurNovélisation