Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy)
Rebound by Sagebrush 2001
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- identity
- honesty
- responsibility
- friendship
- fame and media
- justice
- perseverance
About this book
Max Silver—better known as Maximum Boy—is a kid superhero with big powers and even bigger everyday problems. When a string of baffling thefts hits town, clues start pointing to Max himself, and suddenly the headlines turn him from hero to suspect. To clear his name, he’ll have to outsmart the real culprit, juggle school and secret identities, and keep his allergies from blowing his cover. Fast, funny, and full of twists, this adventure hooks readers who love laugh-out-loud superhero stories.
Setting: modern-day city and middle school
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy) right for my child?
Yes — Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy) is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.1, 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 identity, honesty, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy)?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy) takes around 1.8h to finish. The book has 16,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy) has an AR quiz available, worth 2 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 Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy)?
Superhero...or Super Thief (Maximum Boy) has an AR reading level of 4.1, 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.