Which witch?
by Eva Ibbotson
Chivers Audio Books 1988
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- being true to yourself
- good vs. evil
- friendship
- love and acceptance
- identity and self-worth
- courage
- competition
- found family
About this book
In this witty fantasy, the fearsome wizard Arriman the Awful decides it’s time to marry—and holds a contest to find the wickedest witch in the land. Gentle-hearted Belladonna longs to win, but her magic keeps turning out good instead of ghastly. With the help of an orphan boy named Terrence and his very unusual pet, she must attempt the darkest spell of all. Kids love the spooky fun, laugh-out-loud moments, and lovable misfit characters who discover the power of being true to themselves.
Setting: a quirky coastal town and a wizard’s gloomy castle in northern England
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Which witch? right for my child?
Yes — Which witch? 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 being true to yourself, good vs. evil, friendship.
How long does it take to read Which witch??
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Which witch? takes around 5.0h to finish. The book has 50,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Which witch? have an AR quiz?
Yes — Which witch? 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 Which witch??
Which witch? 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.