The Worst Witch: First Prize for the Worst Witch by Jill Murphy - Ages 7-9 - Paperback

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Details:. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780141355160. Publisher: Puffin (Penguin Random House Children's UK). Age Range: 7-9. Overview:. First Prize for the Worst Witch is the eighth and final book in Jill Murphy's Worst Witch series, following accident-prone trainee Mildred Hubble back to Miss Cackle's Academy for a fresh term of magical mishaps. Perfect for readers aged 7-9, this funny paperback brings Mildred's schooldays to a close as she secretly sets her sights on the academy's highest honour, with gentle humour and true friendship throughout.. About the Book:. Summer term has started at Miss Cackle's Academy, and somehow disaster-prone Mildred has made it to Year Four without being expelled. Though everyone still thinks of her as the Worst Witch, Mildred has a secret ambition: to be chosen as Head Girl. Determined to prove she's more than her reputation, she tries her best to stay out of trouble, but staying trouble-free has never been her strong suit. When her rival Ethel Hallow discovers a secret about Mildred's beloved stray dog, Star, things threaten to spiral into chaos just as her chances of winning look brightest. Jill Murphy's storytelling combines light comedy with real warmth, weaving in classroom rivalries, loyal friendships, and the ups and downs of school life at a magical boarding school. As the final instalment, it brings Mildred's journey to a heartfelt close, rewarding fans who have followed her progress from a clumsy first-year to a witch capable of real growth. New readers don't need the earlier books to enjoy this story, as it delivers the emotional payoff of the wider series while standing well on its own. Themes of perseverance and self-belief run throughout, wrapped in magic and mischief.. Key Benefits:. The final book in the classic Worst Witch series, bringing Mildred Hubble's story to a satisfying close.. Encourages confidence, resilience and honesty through Mildred's relatable struggles and triumphs.. Ideal for ind