Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole
by Gare Thompson
National Geographic Children's Books 2007
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- exploration
- survival
- leadership
- competition
- perseverance
- decision-making
- teamwork
- human vs. nature
About this book
This National Geographic title recounts the dramatic race between Roald Amundsen and Robert Falcon Scott to be the first to reach the South Pole. Clear text, archival photos, and maps show how each leader prepared, the equipment they chose, and the challenges of surviving Antarctica’s deadly cold and wind. It’s a fast-paced history read for adventure and exploration fans in upper elementary and middle grades. Kids enjoy the head-to-head rivalry, fascinating facts about polar travel, and the gripping true-story stakes.
Setting: Antarctica, 1910–1912
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole right for my child?
Yes — Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.1, which is typical for 6th 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 exploration, survival, leadership.
How long does it take to read Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole takes around 26m to finish. The book has 4,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole have an AR quiz?
Yes — Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole?
Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott race to the South Pole has an AR reading level of 6.1, which places it at a 6th 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.