Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends
HarperTeen 2006
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 5.8 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- apocalypse and survival
- identity and destiny
- mythology in the modern world
- free will vs. fate
- found family and teamwork
- power and responsibility
- time displacement
- culture clash and diversity
- hope amid ruin
About this book
During a massive earthquake in 2012, five teenagers are hurled seventy-five years into a desolate future where humanity has seemingly vanished and the end of the world is imminent. Drawn together by a mysterious force, they discover they are avatars of ancient powers and must decide the fate of what remains of Earth.
Setting: A devastated, nearly empty Earth about 2087 CE, primarily across North America’s ruined cities and wastelands
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends. The reading level is AR 5.8, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include apocalypse and survival, identity and destiny, mythology in the modern world.
How long does it take to read Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends takes around 11h to finish. The book has 105,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends have an AR quiz?
Yes — Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends has an AR quiz available, worth 14 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 Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends?
Avatars, Book One: So This Is How It Ends has an AR reading level of 5.8, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — 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.