Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition)
by R. L. Stine
Scholastic Inc. 2022
Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade
Reading level 3.6 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14
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About this book
The untold true story of Slappy in a terrifying new special edition! This is Slappy's world-- you only scream in it! But where did he come from? And can he ever be destroyed? Slappy the ventriloquist’s dummy has only one mission in his tiny, deranged mind: do evil every day, all day. His creator, powerful sorcerer Darkwell the Magician, has warned him that should he fail to cause chaos before the sun sets each day, he will sleep FOREVER. Normally, this is a piece of poisonous cake for Slappy—but he may have met his match in the Carlton family. Each attempt at evil ends in disaster, and the dummy starts to panic. Will Slappy’s scariest day yet bring an end to his reign of terror? This special edition features four full page pieces of original Slappy art!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition) right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition). The reading level is AR 3.6, 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).
How long does it take to read Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition)?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition) takes around 4.3h to finish. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition) 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, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition)?
Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps Special Edition) has an AR reading level of 3.6, 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.