What reading level is RUNAWAY?

RUNAWAY by Francine Pascal is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is RUNAWAY appropriate for?

RUNAWAY is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Family Change.

What genre is RUNAWAY?

RUNAWAY is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does RUNAWAY have any content warnings?

RUNAWAY has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Family Change. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is RUNAWAY?

RUNAWAY by Francine Pascal is 160 pages.

RUNAWAY

Francine Pascal

RUNAWAY

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Francine Pascal

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

The sharp scent of pine needles fills the air as footsteps crunch on the forest floor. Jessica’s heart pounds with the weight of a secret plan—Nicky is running away to San Francisco, and he wants her to come too. Can their bond survive the unknown challenges ahead?

Themes

FamilyTwinsComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the emotional journey of Jessica and her twin brother Nicky as they face family struggles and the decision to run away together. Suitable for ages 9-12, it addresses themes of sibling relationships, family conflict, and the desire for independence with sensitivity. Parents should note the depiction of running away as a central plot point, handled within a realistic and thoughtful context.