The thing at the foot of the bed and other scary tales

Maria Leach

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The thing at the foot of the bed and other scary tales

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Maria Leach

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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

A cold breeze whispers through the dark, and the creak of old floorboards sends a shiver down your spine. Shadows flicker at the edge of the room, and something unseen stirs quietly at the foot of the bed. These chilling tales will make your heart race and your imagination soar into the night.

Themes

Ghost storiesFolkloreAdventureMystery

Quick Assessment

This collection features ghost stories inspired by folk tales from around the world, designed for middle-grade readers aged 9 to 12. The stories balance spooky atmosphere with age-appropriate suspense, making them suitable for children who enjoy mild thrills without intense scares. Parents should note the presence of supernatural themes and light suspenseful moments.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
2
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

126 pages
ISBN
9780440487739
Pages
126
Publisher
Yearling
Published
1978
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Ghost StoriesTalesAmerica

Places

America