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Description
Two garden gnomes terrorize the neighbourhood.
Quick Summary
If your kid loves a good spooky-but-fun story that doesn't get too scary, "Revenge of the Garden Gnomes" is a quick, 20-page read that'll have them giggling and holding their breath at the same time. Stine packs the tale with goofy garden-gnome mischief, a couple of middle-grade protagonists who have to outsmart the ceramic troublemakers, and a few twisty surprises that make the ending feel earned without being too dark for the age group. It's perfect for reluctant readers who want something short and funny, or for kids who already devour Goosebumps and want another fast, spooky fix. Parents will appreciate that the scares are mild and the humor outweighs the creep factor, making it a great bedtime read that won't give anyone nightmares. The short length and simple language (AR level 2.9) make it a confidence-boosting choice for kids just getting into chapter books, while the clever gnome-centric premise keeps older middle-graders entertained.