Ghost Stories
Gareth Stevens Pub.
Ghost Stories
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
From the Grave
by Gareth Stevens Pub.
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
A chilly wind whispers through the trees, carrying faint, eerie voices that tickle your ears and send shivers down your spine. Shadows twist and flicker under the pale moonlight, hiding secrets that only the brave dare to uncover. These ghostly tales will make your heart race and your imagination soar—but beware, the night is full of surprises.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This collection offers a variety of short horror stories and excerpts suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9 to 12. The book introduces young readers to spooky themes in an age-appropriate way, focusing on classic ghost stories and mild frights without graphic content. It’s a great choice for children interested in the supernatural who can handle suspenseful but not overly intense material.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A 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
- 9780836868234
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
- Published
- 2007
- Type
- Fiction