Things that go bump in the night

Warren, Paul

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Things that go bump in the night

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

How to Help Children Resolve Their Natural Fears

by Warren, Paul

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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 shadows stretch across the bedroom walls as a soft creak echoes in the dark. Heart racing, you clutch your blanket tighter—what’s that noise lurking just beyond the door? Suddenly, a whisper breaks the silence, and everything changes.

Themes

Fear in childrenAdjustment (Psychology)FamilyReligious aspects of fear

Quick Assessment

This insightful book from the experts at the Minirth-Meier Clinic explores common childhood fears and offers practical guidance for parents to support their children through these challenges. Suitable for ages 9-12, it addresses fears typical at different developmental stages and incorporates psychological and religious perspectives to help families navigate fear with understanding.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Adjustment (Psychology)
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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

284 pages
ISBN
9780840777706
Pages
284
Publisher
Thomas Nelson Publishers
Published
1992
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fear in ChildrenCase StudiesFearReligious AspectsChristianityAdjustmentin ChildrenReligious Aspects of FearFamilyParentingChildbirthChild PsychologyPsychology Of AdjustmentChild Care/ParentingEmotionsAdjustment