What reading level is A splash of magic?

A splash of magic by Sue Bentley is at a Level 3-4 reading level (Lexile 630L). Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is A splash of magic appropriate for?

A splash of magic is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8C (Clear).

What genre is A splash of magic?

A splash of magic is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does A splash of magic have any content warnings?

A splash of magic has a HootRating of 8C (Clear). 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 splash of magic?

A splash of magic by Sue Bentley is 123 pages.

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated September 7, 2026

A splash of magic

Sue Bentley

A splash of magic

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sue Bentley

Illustrated by Swan, Angela, 1982- illustrator

Reading Level 3-4 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if a simple trip to the beach could turn into an amazing adventure? Imagine meeting a magical bunny named Arrow who can splash magic everywhere! But when the magic starts to swirl out of control, can Charlotte save the day?

Themes

MagicRabbitsFriendshipBeachesJuvenile fiction

Quick Assessment

This charming early reader book follows Charlotte, who discovers a magical rabbit named Arrow during a seaside trip, transforming her vacation into a memorable adventure. Suitable for ages 5-8, it explores themes of friendship and imagination with gentle, age-appropriate content and no concerning elements.

Why we rated A splash of magic 8C

A splash of magic is written at a Level 3-4 reading level with a Lexile measure of 630L across 123 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A splash of magic works for readers up to grade 5.5.

We rate A splash of magic as 8C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.

Thematically, A splash of magic explores magic, rabbits, friendship, beaches, and juvenile fiction — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about magic, rabbits, friendship.