My mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things
Atheneum 1988
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- facing fears
- imagination
- parent-child relationship
- reassurance
- bedtime
- humor
About this book
A worried child is sure that zombies, ghosts, and other spooky creatures are out there—no matter what Mama says. Through playful, repetitive text and witty illustrations, the story gently tackles bedtime fears and the power of imagination. Young readers will relate to the little narrator’s worries and enjoy the humor and reassurance in his conversations with Mama. It’s a comforting, funny read-aloud for families facing nighttime jitters.
Setting: a child's home and bedroom at night
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is My mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things right for my child?
Yes — My mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.1, 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 facing fears, imagination, parent-child relationship.
How long does it take to read My mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, My mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things takes around 8m to finish. The book has 1,100 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does My mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things have an AR quiz?
Yes — My mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 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 mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things?
My mama says there aren't any zombies, ghosts, vampires, creatures, demons, monsters, fiends, goblins, or things has an AR reading level of 3.1, 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.