Cinderellis and the glass hill
HarperCollins 2000
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- ingenuity and innovation
- self-confidence
- family and sibling dynamics
- perseverance
- identity and belonging
- humor
- fairy-tale retellings
- kindness
About this book
In this witty fairy-tale retelling, an inventive farm boy named Cinderellis dreams up clever contraptions to make life easier—and to get noticed in a kingdom where heroes ride horses and climb glass hills. When a princess’s hand is promised to the suitor who can scale a slippery glass mountain, Cinderellis relies on brains over brawn. Gail Carson Levine blends humor, heart, and a dash of magic for readers who like smart twists on classic tales. Perfect for grades 3–6 who enjoy quick, funny adventures with resourceful heroes.
Setting: a whimsical fairy-tale kingdom with a glass hill, medieval-inspired
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cinderellis and the glass hill right for my child?
Yes — Cinderellis and the glass hill is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.1, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include ingenuity and innovation, self-confidence, family and sibling dynamics.
How long does it take to read Cinderellis and the glass hill?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Cinderellis and the glass hill takes around 1.3h to finish. The book has 12,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cinderellis and the glass hill have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cinderellis and the glass hill has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Cinderellis and the glass hill?
Cinderellis and the glass hill has an AR reading level of 4.1, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.