Creepy classics III
Glen Bledsoe, Karen E. Bledsoe
Creepy classics III
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
more hair-raising horror from the masters of the macabre
by Glen Bledsoe, Karen E. Bledsoe
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.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
The creak of old floorboards echoes through the empty house, and a cold breeze carries whispers of forgotten secrets. Shadows twist and flicker, hiding creatures that lurk just out of sight. Every story chills your spine and leaves your heart pounding—what mysteries will you uncover next?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This collection features classic horror short stories suitable for middle-grade readers, offering spooky tales that engage without being overly frightening. Written by renowned authors, the stories provide a taste of classic horror literature with age-appropriate suspense and thrills for children ages 9 to 12. Parents should note that the book contains spooky themes typical of the horror genre but avoids graphic content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Classic Ghost Stories (Classic Ghost Stories)
M. R. James, E. F. Benson, Bierce Ambrose, Algernon Blackwood, Charles Dickens, Arthur Conan Doyle, Amelia Edwards, Nathanial Hawthorne, Edgar Allan. Poe, W. W. Jacobs, Rudyard Kipling, H. P. Lovecraft, Brander Matthews, Richard Middleton, Saki, Edith Warton
Classic Ghost Stories (Classic Ghost Stories)
M. R. James, E. F. Benson, Bierce Ambrose, Algernon Blackwood, Charles Dickens, Arthur Conan Doyle, Amelia Edwards, Nathanial Hawthorne, Edgar Allan. Poe, W. W. Jacobs, Rudyard Kipling, H. P. Lovecraft, Brander Matthews, Richard Middleton, Saki, Edith Warton
Ghost Stories
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Ghost Stories
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Creepy Castle
Hawkins, Colin.
Creepy Castle
Hawkins, Colin.
Creepy House on Ghoul Street
Nathan Gramling
Creepy House on Ghoul Street
Nathan Gramling
Scary Story Reader (American Storytelling (Paperback))
Richard Young
Scary Story Reader (American Storytelling (Paperback))
Richard Young
Even More Scary Stories for Sleepovers
Q. L. Pearce
Even More Scary Stories for Sleepovers
Q. L. Pearce
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0737301228
- Pages
- 120
- Publisher
- Contemporary Books
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Fiction