A Mutiny in Time
Scholastic UK 2012
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- teamwork
- courage
- time travel
- responsibility
- good vs. evil
- problem-solving
- history and exploration
About this book
Best friends Dak and Sera discover a powerful device that lets them travel through history—and straight into a secret war to fix moments that have gone wrong. With the help of a mysterious society, they must think fast, decode clues, and outsmart dangerous enemies to keep the timeline from collapsing. Action, humor, and real historical detail make this a fast read that hooks adventure lovers. Great for middle-grade readers who enjoy teamwork, puzzles, and time-travel twists.
Setting: present day and 15th-century Europe and the Atlantic during Columbus’s 1492 voyage
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Mutiny in Time right for my child?
Yes — A Mutiny in Time is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.9, 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 friendship, teamwork, courage.
How long does it take to read A Mutiny in Time?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, A Mutiny in Time takes around 6.0h to finish. The book has 54,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does A Mutiny in Time have an AR quiz?
Yes — A Mutiny in Time has an AR quiz available, worth 8 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 A Mutiny in Time?
A Mutiny in Time has an AR reading level of 4.9, 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.