About This Book
Sid Fleischman's "The Ghost on Saturday Night" is a lively chapter book perfect for early to late elementary readers (ages 4-11). Young Opie, hoping to earn a nickel, finds himself with tickets to a ghost-raising instead. What begins as a spooky evening quickly escalates into a thrilling adventure when a bank robbery takes place. Opie's resourcefulness and courage shine as he helps to thwart the criminals, turning a potentially frightening situation into a triumphant one. This book offers a blend of mystery, adventure, and a touch of the supernatural, set against a historical Western backdrop. It's a great choice for children who enjoy clever protagonists and exciting, fast-paced plots.
When Professor Pepper gives Opie tickets to a ghost-raising instead of a nickel in payment for being guided through the dense fog, Opie manages to make money anyway by helping to thwart a bank robbery.
Scary Scenes
peril_danger
Discussion Prompts
1
What would you have done if you were Opie and saw the bank robbers?
2
Do you think ghosts are real? Why or why not?
3
How did Opie show he was brave and clever?
4
What does it mean to be resourceful? Can you think of a time you were resourceful?
External Reviews
If Your Family Enjoyed This
Reviews
No reviews yet — be the first to share how this book landed with your family.