What reading level is Among the ghosts?

Among the ghosts by Amber Benson is at a Level 6-7 reading level (Lexile 990L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Among the ghosts appropriate for?

Among the ghosts is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LP (Light — Physical). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is Among the ghosts?

Among the ghosts is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Among the ghosts have any content warnings?

Among the ghosts has a HootRating of 11LP (Light — Physical). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Among the ghosts?

Among the ghosts by Amber Benson is 256 pages.

Among the ghosts

Amber Benson

Among the ghosts

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Amber Benson

Reading Level 6-7 11LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

I have a secret: the New Newbridge Academy hides more than just old stories. When Noh arrives for the summer, she discovers ghostly kids near a burned-out dormitory—kids no one else can see. But that's only the beginning of a mystery that only she can solve.

Themes

Friendship MysteryHorrorSocial ThemesJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

Among the Ghosts follows Noh, a curious girl spending summer at a gothic academy where she encounters ghost children no one else can see. This middle-grade horror story blends friendship and mystery with light supernatural elements, suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note mild spooky themes and ghostly encounters, but the story emphasizes courage and empathy.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LP — Light — Physical

Emotional

Clear

Physical

Light ←

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence

Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

256 pages

ISBN: 9781416994053
Pages: 256
Publisher: Aladdin
Published: 2011
Type: Fiction
Lexile: 990L

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

HorrorSocial ThemesFriendshipMysteries & Detective StoriesSupernaturalAuntsBoarding SchoolsSchoolsGhostsMystery and Detective StoriesGhost StoriesPrivate Schools