Sorcerer's Apprentice (Wishbone-The Early Year)
Vivian Sathre
Sorcerer's Apprentice (Wishbone-The Early Year)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Vivian Sathre
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
The pitching machine spins out of control, baseballs zooming everywhere as Joe and his friends scramble to dodge the flying balls. Suddenly, Wishbone slips into a magical world, stepping into the shoes of Philip, a young apprentice facing a dark sorcerer whose power threatens everything. Can Philip stop the sorcerer before it's too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade book blends a contemporary school setting with fantasy adventure, following Wishbone as he imagines himself as an apprentice sorcerer battling evil. Suitable for children ages 9 to 12, it contains action and mild peril typical for this age group, with no intense content concerns. The story encourages imagination and problem-solving through fantasy elements.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
The Sorcerer's Apprentice (Teen Power Inc. The Sorcerer's Apprentice, vol. 2)
Emily Rodda, John St. Claire
The Sorcerer's Apprentice (Teen Power Inc. The Sorcerer's Apprentice, vol. 2)
Emily Rodda, John St. Claire
The Sorcerer's Apprentice (Stories in Music)
Lisl Weil
The Sorcerer's Apprentice (Stories in Music)
Lisl Weil
Wishbone Adventures Set
Vivian Sathre
Wishbone Adventures Set
Vivian Sathre
Hansel and Gretel (Wishbone-The Early Year)
Vivian Sathre
Hansel and Gretel (Wishbone-The Early Year)
Vivian Sathre
The Adventures of Wishbone
Gareth Stevens Publishing
The Adventures of Wishbone
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Wishbone Mysteries, Vols. 11-20
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Wishbone Mysteries, Vols. 11-20
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Details
- ISBN
- 9780613280815
- Publisher
- Turtleback
- Published
- March 2001
- Type
- Fiction