Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18)
by R. L. Stine
Scholastic Paperbacks 2010
Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade
Reading level 3.3 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- sibling rivalry
- pranks and consequences
- fear and courage
- responsibility
- supernatural mischief
- family dynamics
- trust
About this book
Ray can’t wait to conquer the scariest rides at HorrorLand—and to throw the biggest New Year’s Eve party ever. His little brother, Brandon, is terrified of everything, especially the creepy ventriloquist dummy Ray brings home from Jonathan Chiller’s gift shop. Strange pranks start targeting Brandon, and Ray’s parents will cancel the party if the scares don’t stop. Is someone messing with them, or is the dummy with the evil grin playing a game of his own?
Setting: HorrorLand theme park and a suburban neighborhood around New Year’s Eve
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18) right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18). The reading level is AR 3.3, 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 sibling rivalry, pranks and consequences, fear and courage.
How long does it take to read Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18)?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18) takes around 2.6h to finish. The book has 21,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18) has an AR quiz available, worth 3 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 Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18)?
Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18) has an AR reading level of 3.3, 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.