To Catch a Ghost
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

To Catch a Ghost

Written & illustrated by Rachel Michelle Wilson

Can she catch a ghost for show-and-tell, or will she find something more unexpected?

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40 pages· 269 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

A new girl aims to dazzle at show-and-tell by capturing a ghost. Armed with a camera and flashlight, she embarks on a spectral adventure. But as she builds the perfect ghost trap, she faces an unexpected challenge: can she also capture a friendship? Dive into a whimsical tale of high stakes, unexpected bonds, and embracing the unknown.

From the publisher

A charming and humorous tale about a new girl who is determined to stand out at show-and-tell… by catching a ghost!’’Hauntingly good – quirky, amusing, and deeply felt.’’ –Kirkus ReviewsBringing nothing to show and tell is like wearing shoes without socks. It stinks.So, when all you got is nothing, you need to catch yourself a something.And if you’ve got gumption, that something could be a ghost.Show-and-tell isn’t for the faint of heart, so grab your camera, flashlight, and backpack – it’s time to catch yourself a ghost! Once you find a good one, spend some quality time together. This will provide all the information you need to build the perfect ghost trap. It will also probably complicate things. So, when the moment finally arrives, you may be confident you can catch a ghost…but can you catch a friend? A ghostly good tale about the high stakes of show-and-tell, unexpected friendships, and accepting the unknown – brought to life with Rachel Michelle Wilson’s playful and heartfelt illustrations.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
269
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~261L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.1
F&P level
~I
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
556036
Publication
Published
July 1, 2025
Publisher
Orchard Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781339031958

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