The magic hat of Mortimer Wintergreen

Myron Levoy

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The magic hat of Mortimer Wintergreen

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Myron Levoy

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

When twelve-year-old Joshua and his younger sister Amy embark on a journey from South Dakota to bustling New York City, a magical hat and its enigmatic owner, Mortimer Wintergreen, guide their way. Filled with surprises and laughter, their adventure reveals the wonders that magic and family can bring.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

211 pages
34,738 words
3h 52m read-aloud
ISBN
0060238429
Pages
211
Publisher
Harpercollins
Published
1988
Type
Fiction
Word Count
34,738
Read-Aloud
~3h 52m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

MagiciansVoyages and TravelsOrphansHumorous StoriesMagic