The boy and the ghost

Robert D. San Souci

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The boy and the ghost

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert D. San Souci

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

A young boy dreams of helping his family by staying overnight in a spooky haunted house. When a ghost appears, he must find his courage to face the eerie visitor and uncover a surprising fortune. This tale blends bravery and mystery with a touch of American folklore.

Themes

FolkloreFamilyCourageAdventure

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 5-8.

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
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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

33 pages
1,357 words
9m read-aloud
ISBN
0671671766
Pages
33
Publisher
Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published
1989
Type
Fiction
Word Count
1,357
Read-Aloud
~9 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

FolkloreUnited States