The Ghost of Poplar Point (Ghost Mysteries)

Cynthia C. DeFelice

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The Ghost of Poplar Point (Ghost Mysteries)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cynthia C. DeFelice

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Historical Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

192 pages
34,653 words
3h 51m read-aloud
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

Genres

Subjects

HistoricalHorror & Ghost StoriesMysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesPeople & PlacesUnited StatesNative AmericanSocial IssuesFriendshipSocial SituationsGhost StoriesGhostsPageantsSeneca IndiansIndians of North AmericaNew York