Book of Ghosts (Child's Play Imagination Book)

Pam Adams

Cover of Book of Ghosts (Child's Play Imagination Book)

Book of Ghosts (Child's Play Imagination Book)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Pam Adams

Illustrated by Pam Adams

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Shadows flicker on the walls as footsteps echo down the empty hallway. You reach out, heart pounding, but the ghostly figure disappears into thin air. Suddenly, a whisper brushes past your ear—who, or what, could it be?

Themes

Horror & Ghost StoriesImaginationCourageFamily

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book explores spooky themes through imaginative ghost stories that encourage children to confront their fears about the dark. Suitable for ages 9-12, it balances mild suspense with positive messages about bravery and the power of imagination. Parents should note that while the book includes supernatural elements, it is designed to be age-appropriate and not overly frightening.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613768993
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
March 1989
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Horror & Ghost StoriesPicturebooks