Bad Spell for the Worst Witch

In 'A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch,' the third book in the beloved 'Worst Witch' series, readers follow Mildred Hubble into her second year at Miss Cackle's Academy. Mildred is eager to improve, but her good intentions often lead to disaster. This installment sees Mildred accidentally upsetting Ethel Hallow's younger sister, leading to Ethel's magical retaliation: Mildred is turned into a frog. As a frog, Mildred escapes the school grounds, meets another long-transformed human, and must rely on her friends Maud and Enid, and her own bravery, to return to normal and expose Ethel's misdeeds. The story is a classic school tale wrapped in a magical setting, exploring themes of friendship, rivalry, perseverance, and self-acceptance. It's suitable for children aged 4-11, offering humor and adventure while subtly addressing the challenges of fitting in and dealing with difficult peers.