Ghost Game
Marcia Jones
Ghost Game
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Marcia Jones
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
This book proves that even the spookiest ghosts can be the funniest classmates! When the school year gets a ghostly twist, the laughs and scares mix in the most surprising ways. Discover why being brave and silly matters more than ever in Ghost Game!
Themes
Quick Assessment
Ghost Game, the second book in the Ghostville Elementary series, combines humor and mild spooky elements suitable for early readers ages 5-8. It offers a lighthearted take on school life with ghostly characters, making it a fun introduction to the horror genre without intense scares. The story encourages bravery and friendship in a playful, age-appropriate way.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780756921972
- Pages
- 77
- Publisher
- Scholastic Paperbacks
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Fiction