Slappy's nightmare

Robert Lawrence Stine

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Slappy's nightmare

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert Lawrence Stine

Goosebumps Series 2000

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

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

Jimmy O'James discovers a mysterious twin ventriloquist dummy in a magical shop, but bringing it to life unleashes more fright than fun. When the wicked Slappy is involved, spooky surprises and chilling adventures are sure to follow. Can Jimmy handle the eerie chaos that comes with these creepy dolls?

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

7/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
17,097 words
1h 54m read-aloud
ISBN
059068535X
Pages
112
Publisher
Apple
Published
1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
17,097
Read-Aloud
~1h 54m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

NightmaresVentriloquistsNightmares in FictionVentriloquists in FictionHorror Stories