The house of Dies Drear, Virginia Hamilton
Doris Roettger
The house of Dies Drear, Virginia Hamilton
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Teacher Guide
by Doris Roettger
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 old house creaks under your footsteps as you explore its shadowy halls. Suddenly, a secret door swings open, revealing something no one expected. What mysteries hide inside the house of Dies Drear?
Quick Assessment
This guide offers prereading activities, writing prompts, and critical thinking questions to accompany Virginia Hamilton's 'The House of Dies Drear.' Ideal for children aged 9-12, it supports comprehension and engagement with themes of history and mystery in a middle-grade fiction context. The content is appropriate for this age group, with no intense or problematic material.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — Light — PhysicalLight 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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780895989734
- Pages
- 102
- Publisher
- Perfection Form Company
- Published
- 1991
- Type
- Fiction
- Era
- Modern Classic (1991)