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The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition

by James Dashner

RH Childrens Books 2014

★★★★★

Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up

Reading level 5.3 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+

5th grade English Young Adult Fiction
410
Pages
15
AR Points
10h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Science Fiction

Themes

  • survival
  • identity
  • memory and loss
  • leadership
  • trust and betrayal
  • friendship and teamwork
  • courage
  • dystopia

About this book

When Thomas wakes up with no memories in a giant stone maze, he joins a group of teens struggling to survive and find a way out. Each day the maze shifts, dangerous creatures lurk, and new clues appear—pushing the group to work together and test their limits. Fast-paced and full of twists, this thriller hooks readers who like mystery, action, and dystopian worlds. Great for middle school and up, especially fans of high-stakes survival stories.

Setting: a massive, ever-changing maze and the Glade in a bleak future

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition right for my child?

It depends — here's what to consider for The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition. 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 survival, identity, memory and loss.

How long does it take to read The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition?

At a typical 5th grade reading pace, The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition takes around 10h to finish. The book has 101,182 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition have an AR quiz?

Yes — The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition has an AR quiz available, worth 15 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 The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition?

The Maze Runner: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition 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.