Dive #3: The Danger
2025
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- teamwork
- trust and betrayal
- courage
- survival
- greed and ethics
- friendship
- perseverance
- mystery
About this book
In the heart-pounding finale of Gordon Korman’s Dive trilogy, four young divers race to raise a legendary 17th‑century ship’s treasure before danger closes in. Sharks, deep-water hazards, and possible sabotage push the team to their limits as they question who—and what—they can trust. Fast chapters, cliffhangers, and nonstop underwater action make this a great pick for grades 4–8 who love survival and treasure-hunt adventures. It’s exciting, accessible, and perfect for readers who like high stakes and big twists without heavy violence.
Setting: Present-day Caribbean waters and reefs, with historical flashbacks to a 1665 British shipwreck
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dive #3: The Danger right for my child?
Yes — Dive #3: The Danger 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 teamwork, trust and betrayal, courage.
How long does it take to read Dive #3: The Danger?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Dive #3: The Danger takes around 3.5h to finish. The book has 32,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dive #3: The Danger have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dive #3: The Danger has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 Dive #3: The Danger?
Dive #3: The Danger 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.