The House Of Shadows
Karen Dolby
The House Of Shadows
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Karen Dolby
Illustrated by Adrienne Kern
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
What if your new home was a spooky old mansion filled with secrets? Kit and Ned step inside Hallows Grange, where shadows whisper and mysteries hide in every corner. Can they solve the eerie puzzle before the house’s past catches up with them?
Quick Assessment
This chapter book follows siblings Kit and Ned as they move into a haunted house called Hallows Grange and work to uncover its mysteries. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, it includes a gentle spooky atmosphere with a storyline appropriate for young children. Parents should note that an animal character dies, which may require some discussion with sensitive readers.
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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780794509293
- Pages
- 64
- Publisher
- Usborne Books
- Published
- January 30, 2005
- Type
- Fiction