The Haunted Key cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 4.1
Points 2.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 14349
Points per Word 0.000139
Page Count 117
Points per Page 0.017094
Series Frightville

Description

When Sofia buys a cool skeleton key from a creepy store, Frightville, it quickly becomes her favorite possession. It seems to open any lock she tries it on, even the lock on the old trunk in the attic of her house. Book #3

Quick Summary

Sofia buys a mysterious skeleton key from a creepy shop called Frightville that unlocks any lock, including one on an old trunk in her attic that leads to supernatural secrets. The story explores friendship struggles, courage in scary situations, and the thrill of discovering hidden family mysteries in her own home. If your kid likes The Goonies, they'll love this mystery because it combines everyday kids with mysterious discoveries in unexpected places. This book is perfect for 4th-6th graders who enjoy mysteries and light supernatural elements, with an AR Level of 4.1 making it ideal for middle grade readers who want an accessible but suspenseful read.