The Hidden Kingdom
by Barry Deutsch et al.
2019
Wings of Fire
Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade
Reading level 3.3 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14
Themes include Nonviolence versus warfare
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Genre
Themes
- Leadership and responsibility
- Identity and belonging
- Courage and resilience
- Friendship and teamwork
- Justice versus mercy
- Nonviolence versus warfare
- Prejudice and cultural misunderstanding
- Found family
About this book
In this third Wings of Fire graphic novel, Glory leads the dragonets into the RainWing rainforest to investigate a string of mysterious disappearances. What they uncover pulls the peaceful RainWing tribe into the wider war, forcing Glory to confront questions of leadership, loyalty, and how to fight for her tribe without becoming what they oppose.
Setting: Pyrrhia—primarily the RainWing rainforest kingdom and the secret NightWing stronghold on a volcanic island—during the War of SandWing Succession.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Hidden Kingdom right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for The Hidden Kingdom. The reading level is AR 3.3, which is typical for 3rd 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 Leadership and responsibility, Identity and belonging, Courage and resilience.
How long does it take to read The Hidden Kingdom?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, The Hidden Kingdom takes around 58m to finish. The book has 7,800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Hidden Kingdom have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Hidden Kingdom 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 The Hidden Kingdom?
The Hidden Kingdom has an AR reading level of 3.3, which places it at a 3rd 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.