The moonlight man

Betty Ren Wright

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The moonlight man

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Betty Ren Wright

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Jenny clutches her little sister's hand as eerie shadows stretch across their new home's walls. Suddenly, a chilling whisper echoes through the dark hallway—someone, or something, is watching. But who is the moonlight man, and what does he want from their neighbors?

Themes

GhostsMovingSingle-parent familiesSistersFamily

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade ghost story follows Jenny and her younger sister as they move into a new house, uncovering a restless spirit seeking revenge on their elderly neighbors. The book addresses themes of family change and loss with mild supernatural suspense suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note the presence of ghostly elements and some tension but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

181 pages
ISBN
9780590252386
Pages
181
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Published
2000
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

GhostsMoving, HouseholdSingle-parent FamiliesSistersHousehold MovingMovingHouseholdHorror Stories