7 Captivating Books with Secret Spells & Charms for Kids Aged 8-12
- Lexi McLarin
- Dec 22, 2025
- 1 min read
There’s irresistible fun in stories woven with secret spells and charms - where whispered words can open doors, shimmer in the air, and turn an ordinary school day into a dash of pure magic.
The Hotel Between – Sean Easley
Cam discovers a magical hotel that can transport him anywhere in the world — but each room hides a secret, and one charm may be the key to finding his missing mother.

The Marvelwood Magicians – Diane Zahler
A family of suburban magicians hiding their powers must uncover the secret spell that binds them when their father mysteriously disappears.

The Magician’s Elephant – Kate DiCamillo
A magical spell gone wrong brings an elephant crashing through the ceiling of a small-town theatre — setting off a chain of mysterious, life-changing events.

The Apprentice Witch – James Nicol
A misfired spell forces young witch Arianwyn to save her town from shadowy creatures — and discover her true power.

The Mummy in the Attic – Mitch Mitchell
When Tom McNabb and his best friend Stevie uncover a long-lost Egyptian mummy, they awaken a spell that changes everything — setting off a chain of invisible chaos, family secrets, and heart-stopping adventure in the quietest of suburbs.

The Book of Secrets – A.L. Tait
A girl inherits a mysterious bookshop and discovers a secret society, a lost spellbook, and an adventure hidden between the pages.

The Clockwork Crow – Catherine Fisher
When a mysterious package arrives, Seren finds herself drawn into a world of lost children, faerie magic, and the strange spell of a talking mechanical crow.





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