Books About Witchcraft

The Best Witchcraft Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about witchcraft? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1958

The Witch of Blackbird Pond

By Elizabeth George Speare

A girl faces witchcraft accusations in colonial Connecticut, torn between belonging and truth.

Newbery Medal (1959)

249 pages· 59,817 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 163,423 ratings

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Summary: In 1687 Connecticut, Kit Tyler, a spirited girl from Barbados, battles suspicion and isolation. Her friendship with the mysterious Hannah, rumored to be a witch, challenges her loyalty and courage. As Kit navigates a world of prejudice, she must decide between following her heart or conforming to societal expectations. Will she find her place in this new world, or will the fear of witchcraft consume her? Discover Kit's journey of self-discovery and resilience in a time of fear and superstition.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016

The Inquisitor's Tale

By Adam Gidwitz, Hatem Aly (Illustrator)

Three children flee across medieval France, pursued by knights and prejudice, to save sacred texts and confront a mysterious destiny.

Newbery Honor (2017)The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)Cybils Award (2016)Sydney Taylor Book Award (2017)

400 pages· 74,010 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 13,682 ratings

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Summary: In 1242 France, three children—William, Jacob, and Jeanne—embark on a perilous journey. Captured by knights and pursued for their beliefs, they must save sacred texts from destruction. With Jeanne's resurrected greyhound, Gwenforte, they face a final test at Mont Saint-Michel. Can they perform miracles like saints? Their intertwined tales, told by travelers at an inn, reveal a world of adventure, prejudice, and unexpected heroism. As their saga unfolds, the children's courage and unity challenge the darkness of their time, leaving readers to wonder about the true nature of miracles and destiny.

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Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2010

I Shall Wear Midnight

By Terry Pratchett · Book #38 in the Discworld series

A young witch battles a rising tide of fear threatening her world. Can she stop the darkness before it consumes all?

355 pages· 106,469 words· Est. 10 hour read

4.4 Goodreads · 62,151 ratings

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Summary: Tiffany Aching, the witch of the Chalk, faces a sinister force spreading fear and hatred against witches. With the help of the fearless Wee Free Men, she must uncover and defeat this evil before it destroys her and her home. As whispers turn to violence, Tiffany's courage and wit are tested in a high-stakes battle where failure means the fall of everything she holds dear. Will she unravel the mystery in time, or will the Chalk succumb to darkness?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–17 · 2013

Golden Boy

By Tara Sullivan

A boy hunted for his difference must find courage and self-acceptance to survive.

384 pages· 88,053 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 2,314 ratings

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Summary: In Tanzania, thirteen-year-old Habo is different—his light skin makes him a target. Forced from his village, he discovers the terrifying truth: albinos are hunted for their body parts. As a fearsome man with a machete pursues him, Habo must flee across the Serengeti. Can he find safety and learn to embrace his identity in a world that sees him as a curse? Habo's journey is one of survival, self-discovery, and the search for dignity in a society that fears him.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

What Was the Great Depression?

By Janet B. Pascal, Who HQ, Dede Putra (Illustrator) · What Was . . . ? series

The story of a young girl who dreams of becoming a witch in a magical kingdom ruled by an evil witch.

112 pages· 8,224 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 939 ratings

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Summary: Explore the harrowing journey through the Great Depression, starting with the 1929 stock market crash. As unemployment soared and families lost everything, shantytowns known as 'Hoovervilles' emerged. By 1933, banks crumbled, leaving a nation in despair. This illustrated account delves into one of America's most challenging eras, revealing the resilience and hardship faced by millions. What lessons can be learned from this pivotal time in history?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

What Were the Salem Witch Trials?

By Joan Holub, Who HQ, Dede Putra (Illustrator) · What Was . . . ? series

A group of young girls in a Puritan village in Massachusetts begin exhibiting strange behaviors, leading to accusations of witchcraft and a wave of hysteria that engulfs the community.

112 pages· 8,420 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 1,301 ratings

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Summary: In 1692 Salem, two girls' mysterious fits spark a witchcraft panic. As fear grips the town, accusations fly, leading to trials and executions. Can reason prevail, or will hysteria consume all? Discover the chilling events that turned neighbor against neighbor in this dark chapter of history.

Graphic Nov.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1623

Macbeth (Graphic Novel)

By William Shakespeare, Daniel Perez (Illustrator) · Shakespeare Graphics series

A prophecy ignites ambition, leading to a bloody quest for power.

88 pages· 2,257 words· Est. 21 min read

3.9 Goodreads · 1,061,533 ratings

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Summary: Scottish general Macbeth encounters three witches who predict his rise to kingship. Driven by ambition and spurred by his wife's schemes, Macbeth embarks on a dark path, unleashing chaos across Scotland. Will his thirst for power be his undoing, or can he outmaneuver fate itself? Dive into this gripping graphic novel retelling of a classic tale of ambition and betrayal.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1971

The Headless Cupid

By Zilpha Keatley Snyder, Alton Raible (Illustrator) · The Stanley Family series

New stepsister Amanda's witchcraft lessons stir up ghostly mischief in an old house.

Newbery Honor (1972)

224 pages· 52,311 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 4,061 ratings

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Summary: The Stanley children are intrigued by their new stepsister Amanda's witchcraft. As she teaches them her craft, strange occurrences plague their old house. David suspects Amanda, but a chilling legend of a headless cupid suggests a ghostly presence. Is the past haunting them, or is something more sinister at play? Discover the truth behind the eerie happenings and the secrets lurking within their home.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1975

The Witchmaster's Key

By Franklin W. Dixon · Book #55 in the The Hardy Boys series

A mysterious key, a vanished lord, and a witch's curse lead to danger.

192 pages· 32,467 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

3.8 Goodreads · 1,453 ratings

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Summary: Frank and Joe Hardy are thrust into a whirlwind of mystery when a call from their father sends them to England. A witchmaster's eerie funeral and Lord Craighead's disappearance set the stage for a perilous quest. As they navigate shipwrecks and secret covens, the brothers must unravel the enigma of the Witchmaster's Key. Will they uncover the truth before it's too late?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

The Six Swans

By Brothers Grimm, Gerda Raidt (Illustrator)

A sister must break a spell to save her brothers turned into swans.

32 pages· 1,990 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud

3.6 Goodreads · 115 ratings

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Summary: In a timeless tale of sisterly devotion, a young girl faces a daunting challenge: her six brothers have been transformed into swans by a wicked witch. To save them, she must sew six shirts from starflowers and remain silent for six years. Can she endure the silence and complete her task, or will the curse remain unbroken? This enchanting story of love and sacrifice will captivate readers, leaving them eager to discover if the sister's determination can triumph over dark magic.

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