Rocky Zang in The amazing Mr. Magic

Megan McDonald

Cover of Rocky Zang in The amazing Mr. Magic

Rocky Zang in The amazing Mr. Magic

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Megan McDonald

Illustrated by Madrid, Erwin, illustrator

Reading Level 3 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 you were getting ready for the coolest magic show ever, but your assistant keeps making a mess? Rocky is practicing his amazing tricks when Judy Moody, or Stella the Spectacular, steps in to help. But when ketchup ruins the magic rabbit, can Rocky’s magic save their friendship before the big show?

Themes

MagicFriendshipJuvenile FictionEarly Readers

Quick Assessment

This early reader book follows Rocky as he prepares for his backyard magic show with the help of Judy Moody, who calls herself Stella the Spectacular. It explores themes of friendship, cooperation, and problem-solving in a lighthearted, age-appropriate way for children ages 5-8. Parents can expect a fun, engaging story with mild conflict suitable for early independent readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
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

1/10

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

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Details

Book Length

55 pages
ISBN
9780763657161
Pages
55
Publisher
National Geographic Books
Published
2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

MagiciansMagic ShowsFriendshipJudy MoodyMoodyJudyChild and Youth Fiction