More Tales of Terror
Robert D. San Souci
More Tales of Terror
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Thirteen More Tales of Terror
by Robert D. San Souci
The text is written at a 5th 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
Have you ever wondered what hides in the shadows when the lights go out? Thirteen spine-chilling stories await, each one more mysterious and eerie than the last. But beware — once you start, you might not want to stop, and the scariest secret is yet to be uncovered.
Quick Assessment
This book offers a collection of 13 eerie and suspenseful tales designed for middle-grade readers aged 9 to 12. The stories explore classic themes of fear and mystery without graphic content, making it suitable for children comfortable with mild suspense and spooky elements. Parents should note that the book contains typical horror motifs but avoids intense violence or mature themes.
Why we rated More Tales of Terror 10LP
More Tales of Terror is written at a Level 5 reading level. Strong independent readers around grade 6.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, More Tales of Terror works for readers up to grade 7.0.
We rate More Tales of Terror as 10LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.
Thematically, More Tales of Terror explores mystery, adventure, and horror — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about mystery, adventure, horror.
Maybe not for
- ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
For Parents
Content Intensity
10LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780590690188
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 1990
- Type
- Fiction