What reading level is The Hilltop Boys on the River?

The Hilltop Boys on the River by Cyril Burleigh is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Hilltop Boys on the River appropriate for?

The Hilltop Boys on the River is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

What genre is The Hilltop Boys on the River?

The Hilltop Boys on the River is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The Hilltop Boys on the River have any content warnings?

The Hilltop Boys on the River has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Hilltop Boys on the River?

The Hilltop Boys on the River by Cyril Burleigh is 172 pages.

The Hilltop Boys on the River

Cyril Burleigh

The Hilltop Boys on the River

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cyril Burleigh

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: down by the river, a group of boys have adventures that no one else knows about. They face challenges, make memories, and discover more than just the water’s edge—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

Friendship AdventureBoys & MenHistorical

Quick Assessment

This classic middle-grade fiction follows a group of boys as they navigate adventures along the river, blending themes of friendship and youthful exploration. Set in a pre-1923 historical context, the story is appropriate for ages 9 to 12 and offers a nostalgic look at boyhood without intense conflict or mature themes. Occasional digitization errors may be present but do not detract from the reading experience.