Best Children’s Books About Witches (2026): 5 Compared

Witches make wonderful children’s book characters: kind, curious and a little bit mischievous. The best children’s books about witches match the child’s age and reading level, from read-aloud picture books to chapter books for older kids. We compared five books by age fit, length, publisher and content, using only what each Amazon listing publishes.

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The picks

#	Product	Shelf Score	Buy
1	Little Witch Hazel	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
2	Little Witch's Book of Spells	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
3	Little Witch 60th Edition	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
4	Find the Witch's House	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
5	Little Witch Goes to School	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon

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Little Witch Hazel

Phoebe Wahl·9.6/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A four-story collection about a tiny forest witch, ages 3 to 5; the pick overall.

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Pros

• Four seasonal stories in one volume
• Award-winning author-illustrator
• Reading age 3 to 5 years

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• 96 pages may suit read-aloud more than solo reading
• Gentle pace, not action-driven

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Little Witch's Book of Spells

Ariel Kusby·9.6/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A spell and activity book for ages 7 to 10; the pick for activities.

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Pros

• Spells, potions and activities included
• 144 pages of interactive content
• Positive and creative outlook per listing

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• Ages 7 to 10, not for preschoolers
• Activities need adult help for ingredients

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Little Witch 60th Edition

Anna Elizabeth Bennett·9.5/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

The classic Little Witch in a 60th anniversary edition, ages 7 to 9; the pick for classics.

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Pros

• Classic children's fantasy, 60th edition
• 128 pages for independent readers
• Reading age 7 to 9 years

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• 2013 edition, older printing
• Nine-year-old protagonist may feel young for older kids

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Find the Witch's House

Richard Krieb·9.5/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A silly-spooky Halloween read-aloud, ages 3 to 6; the pick for read-aloud.

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Pros

• Read-aloud Halloween fun
• 32 pages, quick bedtime read
• Puffin Books reprint

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• Halloween-focused, seasonal
• Short at 32 pages

5

Little Witch Goes to School

Deborah Hautzig·9.5/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A Step into Reading early reader, ages 4 to 7; the pick for early readers.

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Pros

• Step into Reading format for emerging readers
• 48 pages with quirky humor
• Third book in a popular series

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• Part of a series, not standalone
• 1998 printing

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More picks to compare

• Little Witch's Big NightFor Step 3 readers: Little Witch's Big Night, ages 3-7, 48 pages.Check on Amazon
• The Littlest WitchFor preschoolers: The Littlest Witch, ages 3-5, stickers.Check on Amazon
• A Very Brave WitchFor read-aloud: A Very Brave Witch, ages 4-8, 32 pages.Check on Amazon
• Which Way to Witch SchoolFor ages 4-8: Which Way to Witch School, 32 pages.Check on Amazon
• The Little Kind WitchFor kindness theme: The Little Kind Witch, ages baby-10, 76 pages.Check on Amazon

Compare the picks

Specifications are manufacturer rated as listed, collected 21 October 2026.

How we scored them

The Shelf Score weighs performance, build, value, safety and warranty. Here performance means age fit and content for a witch book, and none of the five listings states a warranty term. How we pick explains the weights.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each book’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score. Reading age or level counts on a list where at least one listing gives one, and a book whose listing gives none then scores zero on it. Where no listing gives one, the score is taken over the other 85 points. Books carry no warranty, so warranty is not scored.

Before you buy the best children’s books about witches

Match the age

Little Witch Hazel suits ages 3 to 5 with 96 pages of seasonal stories, and We’re Off to Find the Witch’s House suits ages 3 to 6 as a 32-page read-aloud. The Little Witch’s Book of Spells targets ages 7 to 10 with spells and activities, and the 60th anniversary Little Witch suits ages 7 to 9. Little Witch Goes to School is a Step into Reading title for ages 4 to 7. For more, see our best children’s books about adventure picks.

Picture book or chapter book

The 32-page titles are read-aloud picture books; the 96 to 144-page titles suit independent readers. The Step into Reading title bridges the gap for emerging readers. Browse all picture books for more read-aloud options.

Kind or spooky

All five keep witches friendly rather than frightening. Little Witch Hazel celebrates nature and seasons; the Book of Spells offers positive, creative activities; the two Little Witch titles mix humor and school adventures; We’re Off to Find the Witch’s House is silly-spooky Halloween fun. For more, see our best children’s books about zoo animals picks.

Setup Notes

• Check the reading age before buying; a 144-page book overwhelms a 4-year-old.
• Read the first pages together to gauge scariness.
• Pair the Book of Spells with craft supplies for the activities.
• Keep Halloween titles for October to build the season’s excitement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which witch book suits a 4-year-old?

Little Witch Hazel (ages 3 to 5) or We’re Off to Find the Witch’s House (ages 3 to 6), both read-aloud friendly.

Which book has activities?

The Little Witch’s Book of Spells, with spells, potions and crafts for ages 7 to 10.

Are these books scary?

No; the listings describe them as kind, humorous or silly-spooky rather than frightening.

Still deciding? Our top pickLittle Witch Hazel

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