Class trip to the haunted house
by Marcia Thornton Jones, Debbie Dadey
Tandem Library 2005
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- bravery
- teamwork
- mystery and investigation
- imagination vs. reality
- school life
- problem-solving
About this book
On a school field trip to a creaky old house, strange bumps, flickers, and whispers make the kids wonder if the hauntings are just part of the tour—or something real. They team up to follow clues, test their courage, and separate tricks from true spooks. With short chapters, gentle chills, and plenty of humor, this early chapter book is great for growing readers. Kids who like spooky-but-fun mysteries will be hooked without getting nightmares.
Setting: a supposedly haunted historic house during a present-day class field trip in a small town
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Class trip to the haunted house right for my child?
Yes — Class trip to the haunted house is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.6, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include friendship, bravery, teamwork.
How long does it take to read Class trip to the haunted house?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Class trip to the haunted house takes around 1.5h to finish. The book has 12,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Class trip to the haunted house have an AR quiz?
Yes — Class trip to the haunted house has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Class trip to the haunted house?
Class trip to the haunted house has an AR reading level of 3.6, which places it at a 3rd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — 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.