The Quest of Danger
by Stuart Gibbs
Simon and Schuster 2025
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- courage
- teamwork
- perseverance
- resourcefulness
- responsibility
- underdog-to-hero
- loyalty
About this book
Tim and his friends are saved from the Sea of Terror by a mermaid princess—on one condition: they must recover King Neptuna’s stolen trident. Their quest sends them beneath the waves to the legendary city of Atlantis, where goofy monsters, sneaky villains, and brain-twisting challenges await. Packed with cartoons, footnotes, and wordplay, this fast, funny adventure is perfect for newer chapter-book readers. Fans of silly fantasy quests and underdog heroes will cheer for Tim’s courage and teamwork.
Setting: the Sea of Terror and the underwater city of Atlantis in a whimsical medieval-fantasy world
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Quest of Danger right for my child?
Yes — The Quest of Danger is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.2, 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 friendship, courage, teamwork.
How long does it take to read The Quest of Danger?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, The Quest of Danger takes around 2.0h to finish. The book has 18,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Quest of Danger have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Quest of Danger 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 The Quest of Danger?
The Quest of Danger has an AR reading level of 4.2, 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.