The Haunted House
by Lori Haskins, Jeff Brown
Egmont Books (UK) 2011
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- standing up to bullying
- courage
- teamwork
- problem-solving
- Halloween
- kindness
About this book
Flat Stanley and his brother Arthur can’t wait for their school’s Halloween party, especially the limbo contest. The haunted house turns out to be more silly than scary—until a bully spoils the fun for their friend Martin. Stanley uses his unique flatness and some clever thinking to turn the tables and make the night memorable. With short chapters, easy sentences, and gentle humor, this is a confidence-building read for new readers who like a little spooky fun.
Setting: an elementary school Halloween party and a not-so-spooky haunted house
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Haunted House right for my child?
Yes — The Haunted House is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.5, which is typical for 2nd 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 friendship, standing up to bullying, courage.
How long does it take to read The Haunted House?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, The Haunted House takes around 8m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Haunted House have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Haunted House 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 The Haunted House?
The Haunted House has an AR reading level of 2.5, which places it at a 2nd 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.