Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition
by C. S. Lewis
Harper Collins 2009
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- courage
- good vs. evil
- loyalty and family
- faith and hope
- temptation
- sacrifice and redemption
- adventure
- destiny
About this book
This special edition celebrates C. S. Lewis’s classic tale of four siblings who step through a wardrobe into the enchanted land of Narnia. There they discover talking animals, an endless winter, and a noble lion who calls them to courage and hope. The timeless adventure blends fantasy, humor, and heart, making it a favorite for independent readers and family read-alouds. Ideal for middle grade readers who enjoy imaginative worlds, brave heroes, and big themes told with warmth.
Setting: wartime England and the magical land of Narnia under winter
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition right for my child?
Yes — Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.7, which is typical for 5th 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 courage, good vs. evil, loyalty and family.
How long does it take to read Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition takes around 3.9h to finish. The book has 38,421 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition have an AR quiz?
Yes — Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition has an AR quiz available, worth 6 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 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition?
Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Celebration of the First Edition has an AR reading level of 5.7, which places it at a 5th 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.