Dust 'n' bones

Chris Mould

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Dust 'n' bones

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

ten terrifying classic and original ghost stories

by Chris Mould

Reading Level 3 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

The wind howls as shadows flicker across the old, creaky house. Suddenly, a ghostly whisper brushes past your ear—what secrets are hidden in the darkness? Just when you think you're safe, something stirs behind you...

Themes

Juvenile Ghost storiesJuvenile Horror talesChildren's storiesAdventureMystery

Quick Assessment

Dust 'n' Bones is a collection of ten short ghost stories suitable for early readers aged 5 to 8, blending five classic tales with five original stories by Chris Mould. The book features black-and-white and color illustrations that enhance the spooky atmosphere. While designed to thrill young readers, parents should note it contains mild supernatural themes and some suspenseful moments typical of juvenile ghost stories.

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 Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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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.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

94 pages
ISBN
9781444906172
Pages
94
Publisher
Hachette Children's
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Horror TalesHorror StoriesChildren's Short StoriesEnglish Ghost StoriesChildren's Stories, EnglishGhost StoriesGhosts