Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition
National Geographic Books 2020
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- family and divorce
- hope
- identity
- heroism
- imagination
- forgiveness
- self-expression/poetry
About this book
Flora, a self-proclaimed cynic and comic-book fan, rescues a squirrel who gains surprising superpowers after a run-in with a vacuum. As the newly named Ulysses discovers his voice (and a love of poetry), Flora learns that hope and heroism can show up in unexpected ways. Told with plenty of humor and heart, the story blends prose with comic-style panels that keep pages turning. Perfect for readers who enjoy quirky characters, animal heroes, and laugh-out-loud adventures with emotional depth.
Setting: present-day suburban America
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition right for my child?
Yes — Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.3, 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, family and divorce, hope.
How long does it take to read Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition takes around 3.5h to finish. The book has 32,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition have an AR quiz?
Yes — Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition 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 Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition?
Flora and Ulysses: Tie-in Edition has an AR reading level of 4.3, 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.