A Ghost in the Window
Open Road Media 2015
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- premonitions and the supernatural
- friendship
- truth and justice
- courage
- family loyalty
- grief and healing
- trust
About this book
Meg has dreams that come true, and her latest vision—a thin, gray-haired man beckoning her through a dark doorway—feels like a warning. She believes the ghost is connected to her classmate Caleb, whose father died after being accused of stealing $50,000 from the local bank. Determined to help, Meg follows the clues her dreams provide to uncover what really happened. Fast-paced and spooky but not too scary, this mystery appeals to readers who enjoy ghost stories with a brave, relatable heroine.
Setting: a small Midwestern town, contemporary time
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Ghost in the Window right for my child?
Yes — A Ghost in the Window is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.1, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include premonitions and the supernatural, friendship, truth and justice.
How long does it take to read A Ghost in the Window?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, A Ghost in the Window takes around 2.1h to finish. The book has 19,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does A Ghost in the Window have an AR quiz?
Yes — A Ghost in the Window has an AR quiz available, worth 2 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is A Ghost in the Window?
A Ghost in the Window has an AR reading level of 4.1, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.