The case of the lighthouse ghost

J. F. Warner

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The case of the lighthouse ghost

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by J. F. Warner

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

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

The Casecrackers sneak closer to the eerie lighthouse as a chilling fog rolls in. Suddenly, a shadowy figure appears, glowing faintly against the darkened sky. Who—or what—is the ghost haunting Hazard Island?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows a group of friends known as the Casecrackers as they investigate sightings of a ghost on Hazard Island near Newport, Rhode Island. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends suspense with themes of friendship and problem-solving, featuring mild supernatural elements without intense scares.

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

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

120 pages
ISBN
0822507102
Pages
120
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Published
1995
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery and Detective StoriesGhostsDetective and Mystery StoriesGhost Stories