Fifth grade magic

Beatrice Gormley

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Fifth grade magic

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Beatrice Gormley

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 rustle of glittering wings tickles Gretchen's ear as a sprinkle of magic fills the air. Just when she thinks her dream of starring in the fifth-grade play is lost, a clumsy fairy godmother appears, ready to help—but can magic fix everything? Sometimes, the biggest surprises come from the smallest sparks.

Themes

MagicSchoolsFriendshipHumor

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores themes of disappointment and hope through the story of Gretchen, a girl who, after missing out on a role in her school play, encounters a well-meaning but bumbling fairy godmother. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book offers a gentle look at coping with setbacks and the unexpected ways help can arrive. There is mild fantasy magic and light humor, with no concerning content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

131 pages
ISBN
0525440070
Pages
131
Publisher
Dutton Childrens Books
Published
1982
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

MagicSchoolsFairy GodmothersChildren's Plays