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The Power of Friendship (W.I.T.C.H Graphic Novel)

Parke Godwin

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The Power of Friendship (W.I.T.C.H Graphic Novel)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Parke Godwin

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if five ordinary girls suddenly found they had incredible powers? Imagine the thrill of learning to control magic while facing mysterious dangers. But can their friendship stay strong when the fate of the world hangs in the balance?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This graphic novel features two exciting W.I.T.C.H. stories about five girls who discover magical powers and face adventurous challenges together. Suitable for ages 9-12, it combines fantasy, action, and friendship in an engaging comic format. The content is appropriate for middle-grade readers, with mild fantasy peril and positive themes of teamwork and courage.

Why we rated The Power of Friendship (W.I.T.C.H Graphic Novel) 9LP

The Power of Friendship (W.I.T.C.H Graphic Novel) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The Power of Friendship (W.I.T.C.H Graphic Novel) works for readers up to grade 6.5.

We rate The Power of Friendship (W.I.T.C.H Graphic Novel) as 9LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

Thematically, The Power of Friendship (W.I.T.C.H Graphic Novel) explores friendship, fantasy world-building, adventure, and comics & graphic novels — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
  • Kids drawn to stories about friendship, fantasy world-building, adventure.

Maybe not for

  • ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

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
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9781417693801
Publisher
Tandem Library
Published
May 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicComics & Graphic NovelsMedia Tie-In