Night of the Living Dummy

Robert Lawrence Stine

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Night of the Living Dummy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Goosebumps #7

by Robert Lawrence Stine

Goosebumps

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Kris receives her very own ventriloquist dummy and suddenly, strange and spooky events begin to unfold, making her wonder if the puppet has a mind of its own. As eerie happenings multiply, Kris must face the mystery behind her creepy new companion. Will she uncover the truth before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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 Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

134 pages
23,566 words
2h 37m read-aloud
ISBN
0590466178
Pages
134
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
1993
Type
Fiction
Word Count
23,566
Read-Aloud
~2h 37m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

PuppetsMannequinsSibling Rivalry in FictionTwinsHorror StoriesSibling RivalryTwins in FictionHorror TalesHand PuppetsHorror FictionVentriloquismSistersFriendshipGhosts