Ghost in the Classroom, The (North-South Paperback)

U. Waas

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Ghost in the Classroom, The (North-South Paperback)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by U. Waas

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The lunch bell rings and the lunchboxes snap open. Suddenly, a tiny ghost pops out of one, giggling and causing a stir! But what does this mischievous spirit want with a girl who dreams of having her very own cat?

Themes

FriendshipHumorHorror & Ghost StoriesChildren's Fiction

Quick Assessment

This charming early reader follows a young girl's unexpected friendship with a playful ghost who appears in her lunchbox at school. The story gently blends humor and light spooky elements suitable for ages 5-8, with themes of friendship and wish fulfillment. Parents should note the presence of mild ghostly antics that are more fun than frightening.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

47 pages
ISBN
9780735812055
Pages
47
Publisher
NorthSouth (NY)
Published
August 1, 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Horror & Ghost StoriesHumorous StoriesSchool & EducationConceptsBehaviorGhostsSchools