The trouble with Miss Switch
Barbara Brooks Wallace
The trouble with Miss Switch
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Barbara Brooks Wallace
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
The sharp scent of burning leaves fills the crisp autumn air as whispers swirl around the schoolyard. A curious fifth grader notices something strange about his new teacher—an odd sparkle in her eye and a mysterious glint behind her glasses. Suddenly, what seemed like just another school day becomes a spooky adventure that might change everything.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book follows a scientifically curious fifth grader who discovers that his teacher might be a witch, leading him into an unexpected and thrilling predicament. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends elements of mystery and fantasy with light suspense, making it an engaging read without intense content. Parents should note the theme of witchcraft, which is handled in a fictional and imaginative way.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780671438470
- Pages
- 135
- Publisher
- Pocket Books
- Published
- 1981
- Type
- Fiction