The Wizard in My Shed: questions to ask and activities to try
A Dark Ages warlock lands in Rose's shed. The Wizard in My Shed is a funny, magical story about friendship and family.
What age is it for? The Wizard in My Shed is best for ages 7–10. Good for: A wizard from the Dark Ages living in the shed.
The Wizard in My Shed (Simon Farnaby and Claire Powell)
- Age
- 7-10
- Best for
- A wizard from the Dark Ages living in the shed
Read a chapter at a time. Talk about how Rose and Merdyn help each other.
What it helps with
- Friendship
- Families going through change
- Humour
- Chapter books
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “Who is Merdyn?”
- “Why was he banished?”
- “Who is Rose?”
- “What does she want to fix?”
- “How do they help each other?”
- “What would a wizard think of your house?”
5-minute activities to try together
Modern magic
List modern things Merdyn would think were magic.
Shed home
Design a shed fit for a warlock.
Free printables: The Wizard in My Shed worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Best for
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- Age
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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