Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik
by Angie Sage
Harper Collins 2009
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- family
- courage
- identity and destiny
- time travel
- good vs. evil
- loyalty
- power and ambition
About this book
In Book Three of the Septimus Heap series, a long-sealed room in the Palace awakens an ancient royal presence and sets strange alchemical forces in motion. Septimus is swept into a journey that tests his growing skills as a wizard apprentice and leads him to the older arts of Alchemie and Physik. Meanwhile, Jenna and friends race to unravel Castle mysteries and bring him safely home. Fast-paced, funny, and richly imagined, this adventure is perfect for confident middle-grade readers who enjoy magic, time-bending twists, and loyal friendships.
Setting: the Castle and its surrounding realms, including a journey 500 years into a medieval past in a whimsical fantasy world
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik right for my child?
Yes — Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.4, 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 friendship, family, courage.
How long does it take to read Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik takes around 13h to finish. The book has 133,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik have an AR quiz?
Yes — Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik has an AR quiz available, worth 18 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 Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik?
Septimus Heap, Book Three: Physik has an AR reading level of 6.4, 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.