What reading level is The Witch Next Door?

The Witch Next Door by Ted Naifeh is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Witch Next Door appropriate for?

The Witch Next Door is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is The Witch Next Door?

The Witch Next Door is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The Witch Next Door have any content warnings?

The Witch Next Door has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Witch Next Door?

The Witch Next Door by Ted Naifeh is 144 pages.

The Witch Next Door

Ted Naifeh

The Witch Next Door

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Witch Next Door

by Ted Naifeh

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Holly Hart steps through the creaky gate of her new home, the air thick with secrets and a hint of magic. Next door, Courtney watches closely, her own past mistakes swirling like shadows around her. Just as Holly decides to dive into witchcraft, something unexpected happens that changes everything—what will she do next?

Themes

Friendship Fantasy World-BuildingParanormalAdventure Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This graphic novel collection follows Holly, a newcomer to Hillsborough and the world of witchcraft, as she befriends Courtney, an experienced young witch with a complicated past. The story explores themes of friendship, learning from mistakes, and the consequences of dabbling in magic, making it suitable for middle-grade readers ages 9-12. Parents should be aware of supernatural elements and mild suspense typical of paranormal fiction.