What reading level is Ghost in the Telly?

Ghost in the Telly by Frank Rodgers is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Ghost in the Telly appropriate for?

Ghost in the Telly is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Ghost in the Telly?

Ghost in the Telly is fiction — Children's stories.

Does Ghost in the Telly have any content warnings?

Ghost in the Telly has a HootRating of 8LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Ghost in the Telly?

Ghost in the Telly by Frank Rodgers is 96 pages.

Ghost in the Telly

Frank Rodgers

Ghost in the Telly

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Frank Rodgers

Reading Level 3 8LE 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

A crackle and a flicker buzz through the old television, filling the room with a chill that makes your skin tingle. From the dark screen, a ghostly face appears, desperate and fading fast. Can Bill find the missing telly in time to help the trapped spirit return home?

Themes

Friendship AdventureHorror & ghost storiesEnglish language early readers

Quick Assessment

This early reader book introduces young children to a spooky yet gentle ghost story suitable for ages 5 to 8. With simple language and an engaging plot, it encourages reading confidence while exploring themes of kindness and problem-solving. The story contains mild supernatural elements but no frightening content, making it appropriate for early elementary readers.