Grade 4AR Level 5.5

The Magician

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by Michael Scott

Part of the The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series · Book 2 of 2

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Book Summary

In the second book of The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series, Sophie and Josh Newman travel to Paris with Nicholas Flamel and Scathach. While Sophie learns the Magic of Fire from the Comte de Saint-Germain, Josh struggles with feelings of inadequacy because he has not been Awakened. Meanwhile, Dr. John Dee teams up with Niccolò Machiavelli to capture the Flamels, unleashing the terrifying monster Nidhogg on the city, while Perenelle Flamel plots her escape from Alcatraz.

Reading Comprehension Questions

9 curated questions across multiple comprehension levels. Use after your child finishes the book.

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1Where do Nicholas Flamel, Scathach, and the twins travel to at the beginning of the book?

Comprehensioneasy

2Where is Perenelle Flamel being held prisoner?

Comprehensionmedium

3Which mythological creature do Dr. John Dee and Machiavelli unleash to destroy Paris?

Comprehensionhard

4What does the word 'immortal' mean when describing Nicholas Flamel and Niccolò Machiavelli?

Vocabularyeasy

5What is an 'aura' in the context of this story?

Vocabularymedium

6Based on the events in the catacombs, what does the word 'catacombs' mean?

Vocabularyhard

7Why does Josh feel frustrated and jealous of Sophie while they are in Paris?

Inferenceeasy

8Why is Josh vulnerable to Dr. John Dee's manipulation?

Inferencemedium

9What does Josh's final decision in the catacombs reveal about his character?

Inferencehard

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ImmortalAuraCatacombsAwakenedLey gateAlchemy

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1“What was your favorite part of The Magician? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from The Magician, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did The Magician make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend The Magician to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

5“What lesson or message do you think Michael Scott wanted young readers to learn from this story?”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What reading level is The Magician?

The Magician by Michael Scott is recommended for grades 3-5 readers with an AR level of 5.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.

What are good comprehension questions for The Magician?

ReadBuddy provides 9 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Magician, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use The Magician for reading practice?

Read the book together or independently, then use ReadBuddy's comprehension questions to check understanding. Focus on vocabulary words, discuss character motivations, and encourage your child to make connections to their own experiences.

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