Little Camp of Horrors

Robert Lawrence Stine

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Little Camp of Horrors

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert Lawrence 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

Max plunges into the murky waters of Camp Snake Lake, where venomous snakes slither just beneath the surface. Ghostly whispers float through the night as the headless spirit stalks the fields, and Max’s friends, Nicky and Tara, hover between the living and the dead. Suddenly, an eerie chill signals the return of the dreaded Phears—can Max uncover the secret to stop this terrifying ghost forever?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade horror story by R.L. Stine takes readers on a thrilling adventure at a spooky summer camp filled with poisonous snakes, ghosts, and supernatural dangers. Appropriate for ages 9-12, the book contains suspenseful scenes and mild horror elements typical of juvenile fiction, suitable for children comfortable with spooky themes. Parents should note the presence of ghostly and frightening imagery but no 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

3/10

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
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9780307537751
Pages
112
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Published
2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HorrorGhosts in FictionHorror StoriesGhostsCampsCamps in Fiction