What reading level is A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch?

A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch by Jill Murphy is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch appropriate for?

A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch?

A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch have any content warnings?

A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch?

A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch by Jill Murphy is 110 pages.

A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch

Jill Murphy

A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jill Murphy

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Mildred Hubble is not just any trainee witch—she’s officially the worst at Miss Cackle’s Academy! No matter how hard she tries, her spells go haywire and her tabby cat causes more trouble than magic. What will happen when everything starts spinning out of control?

Themes

Fantasy World-Building Humor Coming of Age Friendship Adventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows Mildred Hubble, a well-meaning but clumsy trainee witch determined to overcome her reputation as the worst witch at her academy. The story balances humor with themes of perseverance and self-acceptance, making it suitable for children ages 9-12. Mildred's magical mishaps are lighthearted and presented in a way that encourages resilience without any intense content.