Scare Squad

Holmes, James M.S.A.

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Scare Squad

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Vampires and Cancer, Bite

by Holmes, James M.S.A.

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The hospital halls whisper with shadows as a vampire prowls, searching for his next victim. You feel your strength fading—something's sinking its teeth into you. Can you escape before you become his next target?

Quick Assessment

Scare Squad is a middle-grade horror fiction book appropriate for ages 9-12. The story involves supernatural elements like vampires and monsters that only children can see and fight. Parents should be aware of themes involving fear, suspense, and illness metaphors presented through fantasy horror.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Supernatural Horror Mild Peril Illness Metaphor
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

152 pages
ISBN
9798885010351
Pages
152
Publisher
Harrison Media
Published
2022
Type
Fiction