The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition)
Holiday House 2018
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family secrets
- sisterhood
- courage
- mystery and investigation
- grief and healing
- justice
- independence
- the supernatural
About this book
When Amy goes to stay with her aunt, she discovers a beautiful old dollhouse in the attic that seems to come alive at night. Lights flicker, tiny figures move, and the miniature rooms hint at a long-buried family mystery. Determined to uncover the truth, Amy must balance fear with courage while also looking out for her sister. This eerie, fast-paced mystery hooks middle-grade readers who enjoy ghostly chills and puzzles to solve.
Setting: a small Midwestern town and an old Victorian house with an attic dollhouse, contemporary (1980s)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition) right for my child?
Yes — The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition) is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th 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 family secrets, sisterhood, courage.
How long does it take to read The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition)?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition) takes around 4.1h to finish. The book has 37,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition) have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition) has an AR quiz available, worth 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 The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition)?
The Dollhouse Murders (35th Anniversary Edition) has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th 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.