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Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons

by Anna Grossnickle Hines

Hippo 1985

Great fit for 4th grade

Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14

4th grade English
137
Pages
4
AR Points
3.3h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Fantasy

Themes

  • self-confidence
  • friendship
  • identity
  • family
  • responsibility
  • imagination
  • mentorship
  • growing up

About this book

Cassie Bowen is sure that a little magic could fix a lot of her everyday problems—so when she meets someone willing to teach her, she jumps at the chance. Lessons in witchcraft turn out to be trickier (and funnier) than she imagined, mixing ordinary school and family life with just a pinch of the unexpected. Readers follow Cassie as she learns what confidence, responsibility, and being herself really mean. Perfect for kids who enjoy light fantasy grounded in real-life situations and a warm sense of humor.

Setting: contemporary small-town suburb, 1980s

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons right for my child?

Yes — Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.5, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include self-confidence, friendship, identity.

How long does it take to read Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons?

At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons takes around 3.3h to finish. The book has 30,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons have an AR quiz?

Yes — Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons has an AR quiz available, worth 4 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.

What grade level is Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons?

Cassie Bowen takes witch lessons has an AR reading level of 4.5, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.