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xhe Hidden Kingdom

by Tui T. Sutherland

Scholastic UK 2014

Great fit for 5th grade

Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14

5th grade English Juvenile Fiction
274
Pages
10
AR Points
7.4h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Fantasy

Themes

  • friendship
  • courage
  • leadership
  • identity
  • loyalty
  • justice
  • found family
  • mystery and rescue

About this book

Glory the RainWing discovers that dragons from her rainforest tribe are vanishing, and no one seems in a hurry to help. Determined to protect her own, she leads her friends on a daring search that uncovers secrets far beyond the jungle. Fast-paced action, clever dragon politics, and plenty of humor make this a favorite for fantasy fans. Perfect for readers who enjoy adventurous quests and strong, relatable heroes.

Setting: the rainforest kingdom of the RainWings and the wider dragon world of Pyrrhia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is xhe Hidden Kingdom right for my child?

Yes — xhe Hidden Kingdom is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.1, which is typical for 5th 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 friendship, courage, leadership.

How long does it take to read xhe Hidden Kingdom?

At a typical 5th grade reading pace, xhe Hidden Kingdom takes around 7.4h to finish. The book has 73,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does xhe Hidden Kingdom have an AR quiz?

Yes — xhe Hidden Kingdom has an AR quiz available, worth 10 points. 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 xhe Hidden Kingdom?

xhe Hidden Kingdom has an AR reading level of 5.1, which places it at a 5th 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.