The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1)
by C. S. Lewis
HarperCollins UK 2010
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- temptation and choice
- good vs. evil
- courage
- responsibility
- curiosity
- creation and origins
- family
About this book
Before the Pevensies ever set foot in Narnia, two friends in London—Digory and Polly—discover magic rings that whisk them to other worlds. Their adventure unleashes an ancient evil and leads them to witness the very creation of Narnia by the great lion Aslan. This origin story in the Chronicles of Narnia blends wonder, humor, and big questions about right and wrong. Ideal for confident middle-grade readers who enjoy classic fantasy and rich world-building.
Setting: Edwardian London, the Wood between the Worlds, and the newly created land of Narnia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) right for my child?
Yes — The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.6, which is typical for 6th 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 friendship, temptation and choice, good vs. evil.
How long does it take to read The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1)?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) takes around 6.1h to finish. The book has 64,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) 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 The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1)?
The Magician’s Nephew (Colour Version) (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) has an AR reading level of 6.6, which places it at a 6th 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.