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The hidden path

C. B. Andersen

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The hidden path

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by C. B. Andersen

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Shauna and her siblings never imagined a simple adventure could turn into a daring journey all the way to Russia! With a creepy doctor chasing secrets and the power of their faith guiding them, they discover courage in the most unexpected places. This isn't just a trip—it's a test of bravery that could change everything.

Themes

FaithAdventureFamilyCourageCultural Exploration

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows four siblings who accidentally embark on a perilous journey to Russia while searching for a mysterious tribe connected to their family's past. The story incorporates themes of faith, family bonds, and courage, with references to the Book of Mormon. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild suspense and explores cultural and religious elements thoughtfully.

Why we rated The hidden path 11LE

The hidden path is written at a Level 6 reading level across 214 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The hidden path works for readers up to grade 8.0.

We rate The hidden path as 11LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.

Thematically, The hidden path explores faith, adventure, family, courage, and cultural exploration — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
  • Kids drawn to stories about faith, adventure, family.

Maybe not for

  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

214 pages
ISBN
1570089884
Pages
214
Publisher
Shadow Mountain
Published
2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Book of MormonRobbers and OutlawsBrothers and SistersMormonsRussiaBrigands and RobbersMormons and Mormonism

Places

Russia