Attack of the jackolanterns

R. L. Stine

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Attack of the jackolanterns

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by R. L. Stine

Goosebumps

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Drew and her friend Walker hatch a clever Halloween plan to get back at the mean kids in their neighborhood, turning the spooky night into an unforgettable adventure. With pumpkins and surprises, their trick promises plenty of laughs and thrills. Join them as they navigate friendship and fun on this spooky holiday!

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

142 pages
18,246 words
2h 2m read-aloud
ISBN
059056885X
Pages
142
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
October 1996
Type
Fiction
Word Count
18,246
Read-Aloud
~2h 2m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Halloween in FictionJack-o-lanterns in FictionJack-o-lanternsHorror TalesHalloweenHorror StoriesFearPractical JokesRevengeHorror FictionGhost Stories