W.I.T.C.H. Adventures: When Lightning Strikes - Book #1

Parke Godwin

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W.I.T.C.H. Adventures: When Lightning Strikes - Book #1

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Chapter Book

by Parke Godwin

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

Thunder rumbles through the sky, and the air crackles with electricity. Suddenly, the lights flicker and go out—right when Will’s magical Heart globe disappears! Can she trust the new boy at school, or is he hiding a secret as powerful as hers?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy adventure follows Will, a young girl who discovers her magical powers while facing mysterious power outages and a stolen magical artifact. The story explores themes of trust, friendship, and self-discovery, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note mild fantasy magic and some suspenseful moments but no intense violence or mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

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
9781417700035
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
December 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureChapter BooksScience Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic