8th grade books about Haunted Houses
3 books commonly assigned to 8th grade students explore haunted houses— every title’s grade range covers 8th grade, so each is grade-appropriate by curriculum placement. Each links to its reading level, themes, and the curricula that cite it.
What this list holds: All 3 titles are cited by at least one US curriculum or award list for 8th grade, first published between 1971 and 2013.
3 8th grade books about haunted houses
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The Haunting
Joan Lowery NixonCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 6 to 9. Also covers ghosts, mystery, mystery and detective stories.
The Headless Cupid
Zilpha Keatley SnyderCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 4 to 8. Also covers magic, family life and stepfamilies.
The Screaming Staircase
Jonathan StroudCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 3 to 8. Also covers ghost stories, paranormal fiction and psychic ability.
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Frequently asked questions
What haunted houses books are good for 8th grade students?
3 books exploring haunted houses have a grade range that covers 8th grade and are assigned across US-school curricula — Common Core exemplars, AP, IB, Cambridge, and state ELA standards. Each title on this page links to its full curriculum citations and reading level.
Are these haunted houses books grade-appropriate for 8th grade?
Every title's grade range covers 8th grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.
How many haunted houses books are on the 8th grade list?
This page lists 3 8th grade titles about haunted houses, ordered by how many US curricula cite each one for this grade (ties alphabetical). The list expands as more curriculum references are verified.
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