What reading level is The Cuckoo Tree?

The Cuckoo Tree by Joan Aiken is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Cuckoo Tree appropriate for?

The Cuckoo Tree is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is The Cuckoo Tree?

The Cuckoo Tree is fiction — Adventure stories.

Does The Cuckoo Tree have any content warnings?

The Cuckoo Tree has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Cuckoo Tree?

The Cuckoo Tree by Joan Aiken is 304 pages.

The Cuckoo Tree

Joan Aiken

The Cuckoo Tree

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Wolves #6

by Joan Aiken

Reading Level 7 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Dido Twite isn’t just any girl—she’s a clever adventurer who always finds trouble wherever she goes. When a priceless treasure disappears and a mysterious twin shows up, Dido knows something big is brewing. But with danger chasing her and secrets swirling, can she stop a plot that could change everything?

Themes

Adventure Mystery Friendship Coming of Age Historical

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Dido Twite as she navigates mysteries and danger in a richly imagined England. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story combines suspense, historical intrigue, and strong themes of friendship and bravery without graphic content. Parents can expect a classic adventure with mild peril and complex characters.