What reading level is Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter)?

Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter) by Carin Greenberg Baker is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter) appropriate for?

Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter) is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter)?

Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter) is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter) have any content warnings?

Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter) has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter)?

Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter) by Carin Greenberg Baker is 132 pages.

Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter)

Carin Greenberg Baker

Attack of the Slime Monster (Ghostwriter)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carin Greenberg Baker

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Casey’s heart races as Gooey Gus, the slime monster from her story, slithers closer, leaving a trail of sticky green goo behind. The team scrambles, but the monster’s glowing eyes lock onto them. Is it just pretend, or has Gooey Gus really come to life?

Themes

Mystery FriendshipHorrorAdventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade horror fiction follows Casey and her teammates as they enter a writing contest and face unexpected scares when their slimy monster character seems to come alive. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends spooky fun with mystery elements, making it an engaging read for fans of light horror and detective stories. Parents should note mild suspense and creepy scenes typical of the genre.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Light

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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

132 pages

ISBN: 9780553483932
Pages: 132
Publisher: Skylark
Published: April 1, 1996
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Movie TieInHorrorMystery and Detective StoriesHorror & Ghost StoriesMovie or Television Tie-InContestsMonstersDetective and Mystery StoriesGhostwriter