Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production
The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production
by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany
Pottermore Publishing 2017
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 3.9 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- family and legacy
- friendship
- identity
- father–son relationships
- loyalty
- time travel and consequences
- courage
- redemption
About this book
Set nineteen years after the original series, this official playscript follows Harry Potter and his son Albus as they struggle with family expectations, friendship, and the pull of the past. Told in fast-moving script format, it brings readers back to Hogwarts with a new generation of witches and wizards. Magic, mystery, and time-twisting stakes keep the pages turning, while the heart of the story explores parent-child bonds and finding your own path. Perfect for fans ready for a slightly older Harry Potter adventure.
Setting: contemporary wizarding Britain—primarily Hogwarts and London—with time-travel visits to key moments in the past
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production. The reading level is AR 3.9, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include family and legacy, friendship, identity.
How long does it take to read Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production takes around 6.0h to finish. The book has 49,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production have an AR quiz?
Yes — Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production has an AR quiz available, worth 7 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 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production has an AR reading level of 3.9, which places it at a 3rd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — 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.