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The Sickness (Animorphs #29)

by K. A. Applegate

Scholastic Inc. 2017

Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade

Reading level 3.8 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14

3rd grade English Juvenile Fiction
120
Pages
4
AR Points
3.7h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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About this book

Something is very wrong with Ax. He's sick, and the Animorphs don't know what to do about it. They can't take him to the hospital. They don't know how to contact the Andalite home world. And Ax is dying.Cassie and the other Animorphs come up with a plan. But it involves finding a new way into the Yeerk pool. There's just one problem: Jake, Rachel, Tobias, and Marco all come down with Ax's sickness. And now, for the first time, Cassie is on her own...

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Sickness (Animorphs #29) right for my child?

It depends — here's what to consider for The Sickness (Animorphs #29). The reading level is AR 3.8, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade).

How long does it take to read The Sickness (Animorphs #29)?

At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, The Sickness (Animorphs #29) takes around 3.7h to finish. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does The Sickness (Animorphs #29) have an AR quiz?

Yes — The Sickness (Animorphs #29) has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 Sickness (Animorphs #29)?

The Sickness (Animorphs #29) has an AR reading level of 3.8, which places it at a 3rd 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.