What reading level is A Brush with Magic?

A Brush with Magic by William J. Brooke is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A Brush with Magic appropriate for?

A Brush with Magic is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is A Brush with Magic?

A Brush with Magic is fiction — Artists.

Does A Brush with Magic have any content warnings?

A Brush with Magic 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 Brush with Magic?

A Brush with Magic by William J. Brooke is 137 pages.

A Brush with Magic

William J. Brooke

A Brush with Magic

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Based on a Traditional Chinese Story

by William J. Brooke

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

The soft scratch of a paintbrush whispers secrets on the canvas, and suddenly, dragons and lanterns leap to life with a shimmer of magic. Liang’s colors dance under the glowing moon as he sets off on a journey full of wonder and mystery. Every stroke brings him closer to discovering who he is—and the love he never expected.

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-Building Coming of Age Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows Liang, an orphan boy with a magical paintbrush that brings his paintings to life, as he journeys to the Emperor's court in ancient China. The story blends adventure and gentle themes of self-discovery and belonging, suitable for readers ages 9 to 12. It contains no intense content and offers a warm, imaginative exploration of courage and hope.