It Came From Beneath the Sink!

R. L. Stine

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It Came From Beneath the Sink!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Goosebumps #30

by R. L. Stine

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Here's a secret: something creepy is hiding right under the kitchen sink, and Kat knows it’s not just a plumbing problem. Every time she and her brother try to ignore it, the strange noises grow louder—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

HorrorSibling RelationshipsAdventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade horror story by R. L. Stine follows Kat and her brother as they discover a mysterious creature living under their kitchen sink. Suitable for ages 9-12, it blends spooky thrills with humor, making it a fun yet suspenseful read without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9780439568371
Pages
112
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Published
September 1, 2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HorrorHorror TalesMonstersHorror--Juvenile FictionWerewolves--Juvenile FictionHorror StoriesHaunted HousesWerewolvesGhosts