The ghost family Robinson.
Martin Waddell
The ghost family Robinson.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Martin Waddell
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Tom watches as the ghost family Robinson tiptoes through the house, trying not to get caught. Suddenly, a creak echoes in the hallway—someone's coming! Will the ghosts prove they’re real before it’s too late?
Quick Assessment
This charming early reader follows the ghost family Robinson as they try to convince Tom's skeptical parents that they really exist, leading to funny and lively situations. Suitable for children ages 5-8, the story offers gentle spooky fun without frightening content. It's a lighthearted introduction to ghost stories ideal for young readers developing their skills.
Why we rated The ghost family Robinson. 8C
The ghost family Robinson. is written at a Level 3 reading level across 78 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The ghost family Robinson. works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate The ghost family Robinson. as 8C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, The ghost family Robinson. explores juvenile fiction, ghost stories, humor, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about juvenile fiction, ghost stories, humor.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 014032948X
- Pages
- 78
- Publisher
- Puffin
- Published
- 1991
- Type
- Fiction