Ghosts be gone!
by Marcia Thornton Jones, Debbie Dadey, Marcia Jones, Guy Francis
Scholastic, Incorporated 2004
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- teamwork
- bravery
- problem-solving
- respect for the past
- community
- belonging
About this book
When strange happenings haunt their school, a group of friends is determined to send the ghosts packing. Their funny, not-always-successful plans lead to spooky giggles and lots of teamwork. Short chapters, lively illustrations, and gentle chills make this a great pick for young readers who like friendly frights. Perfect for fans moving up from easy readers to early chapter books.
Setting: a haunted elementary school in a contemporary small town
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ghosts be gone! right for my child?
Yes — Ghosts be gone! 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, teamwork, bravery.
How long does it take to read Ghosts be gone!?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Ghosts be gone! takes around 56m to finish. The book has 7,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Ghosts be gone! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Ghosts be gone! 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 Ghosts be gone!?
Ghosts be gone! 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.