The Ghost of Poplar Point (Ghost Mysteries)
Cynthia C. DeFelice
The Ghost of Poplar Point (Ghost Mysteries)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cynthia C. DeFelice
The text is written at a 5th 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
Allie, known for her knack with spirits, hopes for a quiet summer but soon encounters a mysterious ghost disrupting her town’s pageant rehearsals. Together with her best friend Dub, she unravels a hidden story about the troubled past between settlers and the Seneca people. Their discovery leads to a powerful message about history and friendship that echoes through time.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, historical conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780374325404
- Pages
- 192
- Publisher
- Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
- Published
- August 21, 2007
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 34,653
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 51m
- Text Density
- Standard