Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians
Recorded Books, Inc. 2016
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- truth versus misinformation
- identity and self-acceptance
- family and belonging
- courage
- rebellion against authority
- power of knowledge
- friendship
- destiny versus choice
About this book
Alcatraz Smedry has a talent for breaking things—and it might be the key to saving the world from a secret society of evil librarians who control information. With snappy humor, footnotes, and wild twists, this fast-paced fantasy turns libraries, lenses, and late fees into epic adventure. It’s perfect for middle-grade readers who like laugh-out-loud narration, clever worldbuilding, and underdog heroes. Fans of quirky, meta storytelling will be hooked from the first chapter.
Setting: a humorous, alternate-modern world where evil librarians control information; libraries and the hidden Free Kingdoms
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians right for my child?
Yes — Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5, 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 truth versus misinformation, identity and self-acceptance, family and belonging.
How long does it take to read Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians takes around 5.6h to finish. The book has 55,300 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians have an AR quiz?
Yes — Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians 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 Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians?
Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians has an AR reading level of 5, 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.