There's a Witch in Your Book
By Tom Fletcher
A cheeky witch has made a magical mess—can your own magic put everything right?
Pageticker community rating
Average score: 4.63
From 24 readers
What do our readers think of There's a Witch in Your Book? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)
Children enjoy joining in with the spells, actions and silly mess, and they find the story fun to share with family. The playful format keeps children involved, although some may find the repeated instructions a little too familiar.
What does the Pageticker team say about There's a Witch in Your Book?
We love the way this playful picture book makes children part of the action, inviting them to cast spells, clean up mess and use their imaginations. Its lively instructions and friendly, mischievous witch create a funny, interactive reading experience that works especially well when shared aloud. The Halloween setting may appeal most to children who enjoy gentle spooky fun, while adults may need to help younger children follow the actions and handle the book carefully.
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What is There's a Witch in Your Book about?
Uh-oh! There’s a cheeky witch causing chaos in your book! Can you use your own magic to tidy up her mess and save the day? This fun, interactive story by Tom Fletcher invites little readers to join in, shake, tap, and giggle as they help Messy Witch. Perfect for sparking big imaginations and lots of laughter, this magical adventure lets you be the hero and keep your book sparkling clean!
About the author
Tom Fletcher is a much-loved British author and musician. He is famous for writing exciting books like 'The Christmasaurus' and 'The Creakers'. Tom's stories are full of adventure, fun, and imagination. When he's not writing, he enjoys making music and sharing his love of reading with children everywhere.
Discussion ideas around There's a Witch in Your Book
Messy magic: What kinds of mess do you think the witch might make, and which magical way of tidying it would you choose?
Helping others: Why does the witch need help, and how does working together change what happens in the book?
Being responsible: What can we learn from the witch about making a mess, cleaning up and looking after shared spaces?
Spells and imagination: If you could invent a spell for the book, what would it do and what funny words would you use?
Gentle scares: What makes a witch or Halloween story feel exciting rather than frightening?
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2020
First published
2020
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