The scarecrow walks at midnight

Robert Lawrence Stine

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The scarecrow walks at midnight

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert Lawrence Stine

Goosebumps

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd 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

When Jodie visits her grandpa's farm, the scarecrows seem to come alive under the moonlight, turning a quiet night into a spine-chilling adventure. As shadows move and strange noises echo, she must uncover the mystery behind these eerie figures before dawn breaks.

Themes

FamilyHorror storiesFarm lifeAdventure

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety. 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 Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

122 pages
20,192 words
2h 15m read-aloud
ISBN
0590477420
Pages
122
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
1994
Type
Fiction
Word Count
20,192
Read-Aloud
~2h 15m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

ScarecrowsGrandparentsFarm LifeHorror StoriesHorror TalesFarmsHaunted PlacesFrench Language MaterialsÉpouvantailsRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La JeunesseRoman Pour La Jeunesse