Witches
Roald Dahl
Witches
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
the Graphic Novel
by Roald Dahl
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Witches aren’t just spooky stories—they’re real, hiding in plain sight with ordinary clothes and secret plans. They hate kids and will stop at nothing to get rid of them. But when a brave boy and his clever grandma face the Grand High Witch, everything might change—and the fate of all children hangs in the balance!
Quick Assessment
This graphic novel adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic story introduces children ages 9-12 to a darkly humorous tale about witches who despise children and plot to eliminate them. The story features mild fantasy violence and suspense but maintains a playful tone throughout. It’s suitable for middle-grade readers who enjoy imaginative and slightly spooky stories with strong themes of courage and family.
Why we rated Witches 12MP
Witches is written at a Level 7 reading level across 304 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Witches works for readers up to grade 9.0.
We rate Witches as 12MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.
Thematically, Witches explores humor, fantasy world-building, adventure, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about humor, fantasy world-building, adventure.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781338677454
- Pages
- 304
- Publisher
- Scholastic Inc.
- Published
- 2020
- Type
- Fiction