What reading level is The River?

The River by Gary Paulsen is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The River appropriate for?

The River is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is The River?

The River is fiction. Part of the Brian's Saga series.

Does The River have any content warnings?

The River has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

The River

Gary Paulsen

The River

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gary Paulsen

Brian's Saga · Book 2

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th 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

A young boy returns to the wilderness to prove his survival skills, facing the challenges of nature and his own fears along the river. Through determination and courage, he learns valuable lessons about resilience and self-reliance. This gripping adventure captures the spirit of exploration and personal growth.