Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune
by Rick Riordan
Disney Hyperion Digital 2011
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- identity and memory
- courage
- loyalty
- teamwork
- prophecy and destiny
- family and heritage
- redemption
About this book
Percy Jackson wakes with no memories and stumbles into a Roman camp for demigods, where danger—and a new prophecy—await. Teaming up with Hazel and Frank, he embarks on a perilous quest to the far North while piecing together who he is and why monsters won’t stay dead. Fast-paced action, humor, and rich mythology make this a hit with readers who love epic quests and ensemble heroes. Perfect for middle graders ready for longer adventures and fans of Greek and Roman myths.
Setting: Modern-day North America; a Roman demigod camp near San Francisco and a quest to Alaska
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune right for my child?
Yes — Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.7, 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, identity and memory, courage.
How long does it take to read Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune takes around 14h to finish. The book has 130,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune have an AR quiz?
Yes — Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune has an AR quiz available, worth 16 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 Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune?
Heroes of Olympus, The, Book Two: The Son of Neptune has an AR reading level of 4.7, 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.