New ghoul in school

Marcia Thornton Jones

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New ghoul in school

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marcia Thornton Jones

Reading Level 3 8LT 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

Nina spots the new boy sneaking down the hallway, his eyes glowing just a bit too bright. Jeff and Cassidy watch from behind their lockers, whispering about ghost stories come to life. Suddenly, the boy vanishes—right before their eyes!

Themes

FriendshipSchoolMysteryJuvenile FictionHorror

Quick Assessment

This early chapter book follows Nina and her friends as they encounter a mysterious new student whose unusual behavior sparks a thrilling ghost hunt at Sleepy Hollow Elementary. Suitable for ages 5-8, it blends light spooky elements with themes of friendship and curiosity. The story contains mild suspense but no intense scares, making it ideal for young readers transitioning to chapter books.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

79 pages
ISBN
9780439424394
Pages
79
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Published
2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HorrorSchool & EducationChapter BooksGhostsSchools