Beach party

Robert Lawrence Stine

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Beach party

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert Lawrence Stine

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

Karen thought this would be the best beach party ever—until she discovered someone was planning to ruin everything just for her. With two new friends by her side, she’s about to face a mystery full of surprises and danger. What will she do when the fun turns frightful?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade horror story follows Karen as she attends a beach party in California, navigating new friendships and unexpected threats. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild suspense and spooky elements typical of juvenile horror fiction. Parents should note themes of bullying and mild peril.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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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.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

166 pages
ISBN
9780590432788
Pages
166
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Published
1990
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HorrorScience & NatureHorror FictionHorror StoriesSeashore