My Best Friend Is Invisible
by R. L. Stine
Scholastic Inc. 2015
Book 57 of Goosebumps
Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade
Reading level 3.2 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14
Book 57 in a series — earlier books first
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- identity
- science vs. belief
- fear of the unknown
- family dynamics
- trust
- isolation
- mystery
About this book
Sammy Jacobs loves spooky stories and sci‑fi, but nothing prepares him for the day an unseen "friend" moves into his room. The invisible guest starts eating his breakfast and following him everywhere, turning everyday life into a creepy mystery. As Sammy searches for answers, he has to decide what he believes in—and how to make a ghostly problem go away. Fast-paced and funny-scary, this Goosebumps tale hooks middle-grade readers who enjoy light horror with a twist.
Setting: A suburban neighborhood and middle school, present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is My Best Friend Is Invisible right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for My Best Friend Is Invisible. The reading level is AR 3.2, which is typical for 3rd 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 friendship, identity, science vs. belief. Note: this is book 57 in a series — your child should read the earlier books first.
How long does it take to read My Best Friend Is Invisible?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, My Best Friend Is Invisible takes around 2.5h to finish. The book has 20,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does My Best Friend Is Invisible have an AR quiz?
Yes — My Best Friend Is Invisible 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 My Best Friend Is Invisible?
My Best Friend Is Invisible has an AR reading level of 3.2, which places it at a 3rd 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.