Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar
by D.J. MacHale
Simon and Schuster 2009
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.3 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- courage
- friendship
- responsibility
- good vs. evil
- environmental danger
- identity
- teamwork
- destiny
About this book
After his first adventure as a Traveler, Bobby Pendragon is swept to Cloral, an ocean world where floating cities and deep-sea farms face a looming catastrophe. With Uncle Press and new friends, Bobby races to uncover the truth behind a legendary sunken civilization called Faar. The stakes rise as he learns what it means to protect an entire territory. Fast-paced action, clever world-building, and journal-style narration keep readers turning pages.
Setting: Cloral, a vast ocean world with floating habitats and underwater ruins
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar. The reading level is AR 5.3, 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 courage, friendship, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar takes around 11h to finish. The book has 109,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar have an AR quiz?
Yes — Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar has an AR quiz available, worth 17 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 Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar?
Pendragon: The Lost City Of Faar has an AR reading level of 5.3, 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.