Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17)
by R. L. Stine
Scholastic Inc. 2022
Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade
Reading level 3.4 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- curiosity and consequences
- friendship and teamwork
- courage under pressure
- science gone wrong
- rule-breaking and responsibility
- survival
- mystery and discovery
- humor and horror
About this book
Sixth-grader and space superfan Murphy Shannon ditches a boring field-trip lecture to explore the Rayburne Observatory with classmates Orly and Cleo. When they stumble into Dr. Rayburne’s secret experiments, their curiosity catapults them into a dangerous, out-of-this-world adventure where surviving means outsmarting science gone wrong.
Setting: Contemporary United States, primarily the Rayburne Observatory and a linked outer-space/experimental environment
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17) right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17). The reading level is AR 3.4, 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 curiosity and consequences, friendship and teamwork, courage under pressure.
How long does it take to read Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17)?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17) takes around 2.1h to finish. The book has 17,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17) has an AR quiz available, worth 2 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 Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17)?
Haunting with the Stars (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #17) has an AR reading level of 3.4, 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.