Daughter of the Deep
by Rick Riordan
Disney Hyperion Digital 2021
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
Themes include environmental stewardship
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Genre
Themes
- teamwork
- leadership
- identity
- legacy and family secrets
- friendship
- courage
- ethics of technology
- environmental stewardship
About this book
Rick Riordan delivers a fast-paced ocean adventure inspired by Jules Verne’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Ana Dakkar, a freshman at a secretive marine academy, is thrust into leadership when a crisis forces her and her classmates to put their training to the test at sea. High-tech submarines, rival schools, and deep family mysteries keep the stakes high and the pages turning. Perfect for middle-grade readers who like smart science, teamwork, and nonstop action.
Setting: modern-day California coast, Harding-Pencroft Academy, and the open ocean aboard advanced submarines
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Daughter of the Deep right for my child?
Yes — Daughter of the Deep is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.2, 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 teamwork, leadership, identity.
How long does it take to read Daughter of the Deep?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Daughter of the Deep takes around 9.6h to finish. The book has 95,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Daughter of the Deep have an AR quiz?
Yes — Daughter of the Deep has an AR quiz available, worth 13 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 Daughter of the Deep?
Daughter of the Deep has an AR reading level of 5.2, 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.