The Tale of the Bad-Tempered Ghost (Are You Afraid of the Dark? #15)
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A group of friends investigates a haunted house and encounters a grumpy ghost.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
Mild peril and chase scenes occur during the ghost's antics.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
No substance use is depicted in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are featured.
The ghost's appearance and actions create mild scares.
The ghost is a supernatural entity, not occult magic.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on friendship and bravery, not worldviews.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe children show courage facing the ghost.
No Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.
Friendship and teamwork are shown between the kids.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are explored.
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