The Curse of Camp Cold Lake

Robert Lawrence Stine

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The Curse of Camp Cold Lake

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert Lawrence Stine

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

There’s a secret lurking at Camp Cold Lake, hidden beneath the quiet woods and whispering shadows. Some say the ghost of a camper still wanders the trails, and those who hear her cry never forget it. But that's only the beginning.

Themes

Horror & Ghost StoriesAdventureFriendshipCamps

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade horror story follows a group of campers who encounter spooky, ghostly happenings at Camp Cold Lake. Suitable for ages 9-12, it delivers thrills and chills without any graphic violence, making it a great introduction to the horror genre for young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9781417682355
Pages
144
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
June 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Horror & Ghost StoriesCampsGhostsHorror StoriesGhost StoriesHorror TalesHorror FictionMermaidsMermaids in Fiction