Witchcraft in America

Peggy Saari

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Witchcraft in America

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Peggy Saari

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Have you ever wondered what it was like to live in a time when people believed witches walked among them? Imagine stepping back to the earliest American colonies, where fear and mystery surrounded those accused of witchcraft. What secrets will you uncover about the past’s most misunderstood magic?

Quick Assessment

This book offers a historical exploration of witchcraft in America, tracing its evolution from colonial times to the early twenty-first century. Written for middle-grade readers, it provides age-appropriate insights into cultural beliefs and social fears surrounding witchcraft, with no graphic content. It is suitable for children ages 9-12 who are curious about history and folklore.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
2
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

235 pages
ISBN
9780787648350
Pages
235
Publisher
UXL
Published
2001
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

WitchcraftUnited States

Places

United States