Spine-Tingling Urban Legends

Karen Kenney

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Spine-Tingling Urban Legends

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Karen Kenney

Fear Fest; Searchlight Books

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 4th 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

Discover the eerie tales that have been whispered for years, from mysterious creatures hiding in the shadows to spooky spirits appearing when you least expect them. Dive into a collection of chilling stories that blend mystery and fright, perfect for brave readers curious about what’s real and what’s just a legend. Get ready for a thrilling adventure through some of the most famous urban myths ever told!

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 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

8/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
2,572 words
17m read-aloud
ISBN
9781512434057
Pages
32
Publisher
Lerner Publications TM
Published
2017
Type
Fiction
Word Count
2,572
Read-Aloud
~17 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

FolkloreLegends