The Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9)
Scholastic Inc. 2012
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- mystery
- responsibility
- courage
- teamwork
- independence
- family
About this book
Dawn is convinced there’s a secret passage in her old farmhouse—and the strange noises behind her bedroom wall aren’t helping. While juggling babysitting jobs with the Baby-sitters Club, she follows spooky clues to figure out what’s really going on at home. This light, cozy mystery blends gentle chills with the warm friendship and problem-solving the series is known for. A great pick for readers who enjoy a little scare without nightmares and lots of teamwork.
Setting: Stoneybrook, Connecticut; Dawn’s old farmhouse, contemporary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9) right for my child?
Yes — The Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9) is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.4, 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 friendship, mystery, responsibility.
How long does it take to read The Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9)?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, The Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9) takes around 3.5h to finish. The book has 31,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9) have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9) has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9)?
The Ghost at Dawn's House: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #9) has an AR reading level of 4.4, 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.