Beast

Scott Ingram

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Beast

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Hair-Raising Horror Stories

by Scott Ingram

Illustrated by Brian Dow

Reading Level 3 8LP Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

There's a secret lurking just beyond the shadows—monsters that aren't what you expect. These stories will creep into your imagination, but that's only the beginning.

Themes

HorrorMonstersFictionEarly Reader

Quick Assessment

This collection of horror-themed short stories is designed for early readers aged 5-8, with a reading level around grade 3. The tales introduce spooky monsters in a way that is suitable for young children, balancing eerie elements with age-appropriate storytelling. Parents should note the mild horror content, which is crafted to intrigue rather than frighten.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

95 pages
ISBN
9781565653689
Pages
95
Publisher
Roxbury Park Juvenile
Published
April 1996
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

General & Literary FictionHorror StoriesHorror Tales, AmericanChildren's Stories, AmericanHorror FictionShort StoriesAmerican Horror Tales