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Frightmares 3

Michael Dahl

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Frightmares 3

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Even More Scary Stories to Read - If You Dare

by Michael Dahl

Reading Level 6 Unrated Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What would you do if you encountered a ghostly girl who was out for revenge? What if an eerie creature haunted you in your sleep? What if you found a mysterious pair of shoes that gave you magic? In each of the tales in this book, people are afraid. Very afraid. Read their stories. See if you share their fears. Because if you don't now . . . you will.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

Why we rated Frightmares 3 Level 0

Frightmares 3 is written at a Level 6 reading level across 224 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Frightmares 3 works for readers up to grade 8.0.

We rate Frightmares 3 as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.

Maybe not for

  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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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
5
Theme Richness
1
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
4

Details

Book Length

224 pages
ISBN
9781496549150
Pages
224
Publisher
Capstone
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Subjects

FearHorror Stories