The Castle in the Attic (35th Anniversary Edition)

About this book

The classic children's story about a young boy, his toy castle, and a magical adventure that reveals the true meaning of courage—now in a stunning anniversary edition When his beloved caretaker Mrs. Phillips tells him she's leaving, William is devastated. Not even her farewell gift of a model medieval castle helps him feel better—though he has to admit it's fascinating. From the working drawbridge and portcullis to the fully-furnished rooms, it's perfect in every detail. It almost seems magical. And when William looks at the silver knight, the tiny figure comes to life in his hand—and tells him a tale of a wicked sorcerer, a vicious dragon, and a kingdom in need of a hero. Hoping the castle's magic will help him find a way to make his friend stay, William embarks on a daring quest with Sir

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Why widely assigned

This Juvenile Fiction title, typically at grades 4–8. Published in the canon; cited across 1 curriculum framework.

Where this book is assigned

• Vermont Golden Dome Book Award

  • recommended·4th grade · Vermontsource: Vermont Golden Dome Book Award (formerly Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award) — winner list 1957-2020 via Wikipedia — 1987 winner
  • recommended·5th grade · Vermontsource: Vermont Golden Dome Book Award (formerly Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award) — winner list 1957-2020 via Wikipedia — 1987 winner
  • recommended·6th grade · Vermontsource: Vermont Golden Dome Book Award (formerly Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award) — winner list 1957-2020 via Wikipedia — 1987 winner
  • recommended·7th grade · Vermontsource: Vermont Golden Dome Book Award (formerly Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award) — winner list 1957-2020 via Wikipedia — 1987 winner
  • recommended·8th grade · Vermontsource: Vermont Golden Dome Book Award (formerly Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award) — winner list 1957-2020 via Wikipedia — 1987 winner

Common questions

What grade level is The Castle in the Attic (35th Anniversary Edition)?

The Castle in the Attic (35th Anniversary Edition) is most commonly assigned in US schools in grades 4–8. Specific grade placement varies by curriculum — AP Literature and IB English Literature typically use it in grades 11-12.

What curricula assign The Castle in the Attic (35th Anniversary Edition)?

The Castle in the Attic (35th Anniversary Edition) appears on reading lists for Vermont Golden Dome Book Award. Each assignment on this site links to its primary-source citation.

Is The Castle in the Attic (35th Anniversary Edition) banned in schools?

The Castle in the Attic (35th Anniversary Edition) does not appear in PEN America's Index of School Book Bans 2022-2024. No documented multi-district removals on record, but individual districts may challenge titles locally.