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It's itchcraft!

by Dan Greenburg

Penguin USA, Inc. 2009

Great fit for 3rd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

3rd grade English
118
Pages
1
AR Points
1.2h
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Humorous Fantasy

Themes

  • humor
  • magic and witches
  • friendship
  • problem-solving
  • consequences
  • courage
  • curiosity

About this book

Zack faces a bizarre new problem: a mysterious itch that just won’t quit, and it might have something to do with a bit of witchy mischief. With his usual mix of curiosity and humor, he hunts for the source of the curse and a way to break it before the scratching drives him crazy. Short chapters, spooky-funny twists, and lots of laughs make this a fast, inviting read for elementary readers. Fans of light paranormal adventures and school-day silliness will have a blast.

Setting: contemporary New York City, at school and around Zack’s neighborhood

Frequently Asked Questions

Is It's itchcraft! right for my child?

Yes — It's itchcraft! is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.6, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include humor, magic and witches, friendship.

How long does it take to read It's itchcraft!?

At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, It's itchcraft! takes around 1.2h to finish. The book has 9,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does It's itchcraft! have an AR quiz?

Yes — It's itchcraft! has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 It's itchcraft!?

It's itchcraft! has an AR reading level of 3.6, which places it at a 3rd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — 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.