Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead
by Rick Riordan
Puffin 2018
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.1 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- Norse mythology
- friendship and loyalty
- found family
- courage and heroism
- identity and self-acceptance
- fate vs. free will
- redemption
- teamwork
- humor in adversity
- inclusivity and diversity
About this book
With Loki free and preparing Naglfar—the Ship of the Dead—for Ragnarok, Magnus Chase and his friends must sail the Nine Worlds to stop him. Battling sea gods, giants, the undead, and a dragon, Magnus also confronts his own fears and doubts as the fate of the Norse realms hangs in the balance.
Setting: Contemporary Boston and the Nine Worlds of Norse mythology; a sea voyage across the North Atlantic and Scandinavian realms; aboard Naglfar, the Ship of the Dead
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead. The reading level is AR 5.1, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include Norse mythology, friendship and loyalty, found family.
How long does it take to read Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead takes around 14h to finish. The book has 136,391 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead have an AR quiz?
Yes — Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead has an AR quiz available, worth 19 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 Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead?
Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead has an AR reading level of 5.1, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — 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.