The witch and the ring

Ruth Chew

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The witch and the ring

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ruth Chew

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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

Here's a secret: a simple ring can change everything when it brings a mysterious cat and a real witch into your life. Suddenly, ordinary days turn into magical adventures full of surprises — but that's only the beginning.

Themes

MagicWitchesCatsBrothers and sisters

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows a brother and sister who discover a magical ring, leading them into encounters with a witch and a special cat. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of magic and sibling relationships in a light, engaging way with no intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — 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
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

126 pages
ISBN
0590420569
Pages
126
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Published
1989
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

MagicWitchesCatsBrothers and SistersWitchcraft