Jonah is adjusting to his new life in the country when his little brother Peanut decides they need to explore the old barn. Things change when Peanut loses something precious there. Grandpa always said to stay away from there at night. Why? Find out when the brothers explore the HAUNTED HAYLOFT! Includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
Are ghost stories real happenings or false reports? This book first describes ghost activity people claim to experience, and then some possible explanations for it. Young readers get to ponder if spirits are sensed or imagined. Will they be able to come to a conclusion?
Do you wonder about the planet we call home? Do you know why water is one of the most valuable resources on Earth? Can you explain how the power of water shapes and changes the land? In this book, learn all about the important role of water in our world. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
The Hodgson family was used to strange things happening in their little home at 284 Green Street. When furniture and other objects seemingly moved on their own, the family looked the other way...until the angry spirit started sending them flying across the room instead. Explore the story of the poltergeist on Green Street in this graphic adventure based on a true story. Then, learn the story of other ghosts from around the world and find out the truth behind ghost stories.
Could these museums hold more than history and artifacts? Read these four scary stories about museums to find out.
What happens when the past and present collide? The patients and staff at the Royal Derby Hospital might have found out after they built the hospital on top of an old Roman road. Many say a Roman soldier walks the hallways of this hospital. But what does the phantom soldier want? Read this graphic story to find out.
Many criminals have been imprisoned at Alcatraz. But what else is locked up there? Do the ghosts and spirits of many former prisoners haunted the cells and hallways? Read this spooky book to find out.
Amusement parks are a place of excited laughter and thrill seekers. Now abandoned and overgrown, explore Lincoln Park and its most terrifying ride.
This Midwestern state is known for its dairy farms and thousands of beautiful lakes. It’s also rumored to have a supernatural past. Legends of ghosts and dark magic haunt several towns. Are these stories just folklore or could these tales contain terrifying truths? Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Wisconsin’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
Everything’s bigger in Texas—even the ghost stories. Strange figures roam the dark city streets. Glowing orbs follow cars along desert roads. As the sun sets in the Lone Star State, be careful where you tread—you might not like what’s lurking in the shadows. Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Texas’ spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
Ohio is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. However, it’s also a hotspot for spirits! Strange figures appear in old houses. Ghostly pets follow visitors in the dark. Mind the sound of footsteps behind you. It might be the dead, back from the grave! Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Ohio’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
North Carolina is known for its natural beauty. The state is also famous for its supernatural activity. Be wary of empty roads, old buildings, and strange lights. You never know who—or what—you’ll encounter. Get ready to read four terrifying tales about North Carolina’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
New York is famous for the Big Apple, but beyond the city limits are horrors you’ve never dreamed of. Shadowy figures appear in decaying asylums. Restless spirits roam old cemeteries. If you sense something behind you, it might be a creature from another realm. Get ready to read four terrifying tales about New York’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
Michigan is home to quaint towns and beautiful lakes. It also has a long history of hauntings. Travel the back roads in search of ghosts and you won’t be disappointed— but will you make it out alive? Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Michigan’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
Georgia is a sleepy southern state with lots of charm. But what else lingers on the old plantations and among whispering oak trees? Take care as you wander around the state—you never know what spirits you might disturb! Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Georgia’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
Illinois is known for its icy winters. However, there are things far more chilling than the cold. Moans echo in the woods. Restless spirits haunt the living. Uncovering these nightmares will chill youto the bone! Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Illinois’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
There’s a dark side to the Sunshine State. Beyond the sunny skies is a deeply spooky world. Strange creatures lurk in swamps. Ghosts slink in the shadows. Be careful where you go—especially on a moonlit night. Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Florida’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
California boasts year-round sunshine and mild weather. But it also contains haunted hotels, ghostly caverns, and abandoned towns. Are you brave enough to explore these spooky sites after dark? Get ready to read four terrifying tales about California’s spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
Do spirits haunt the world? Do ghosts come back to bother the living? Read these spooky stories about famous ghosts...and decide for yourself! Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Venezuela may be home to a whistling ghost! El Sibón wanders the country, gathering bones for his collection. If you hear his whistle, run away! This is one of three creepy ghost stories introduced in this book about the haunted tales of South America. Additional features show off the origin of each story, introduce a possible explanation, and highlight another similar story from another part of the world.
Have you ever heard of the Aleya? These mysterious lights shine through the swamps of Bengal, India. Could they be ghosts? The Aleya are one of three ghost stories of Asia highlighted in this chilling title. Through engaging text and creepy images, readers will come face-to-face with ghostly spirits from around the continent. Maps show where each story is from, while other features highlight similar stories and possible explanations.
The Min-Min lights are mysterious orbs that float around the Australian Outback. Are they just a trick of light? Or are they something much more sinister? In this thrilling title, reluctant readers will explore this and other spine-tingling stories across Australia. Leveled text pair with atmospheric photos to draw readers in, and special features offer more detail about the origins of the tale, a similar story around the world, and a possible explanation.
Do the spirits of gladiators still battle in Rome? Does a house in Spain really have ghostly faces imprinted on the floorboards? These are just two of the ghastly ghost stories from Europe that readers will learn about in this hi/lo title. Engaging text and images are sure to draw in reluctant readers, while additional features highlight a cultural connection, a possible explanation, and more!
In South Carolina, a man dressed in grey walks along the beach. Is it someone going for a stroll? Or could it be a ghostly omen that warns residents of an oncoming storm? In this title, reluctant readers will explore ghost stories of North America. Creepy images and engaging text pull readers in, and additional special features connect stories to different cultures, highlight scientific explanations, and show the origins of these frightening fables.
In West Africa, the Iroko tree is known for its strong wood. But cutting it down may not be a good idea. The Yoruba people believe this could bring a curse! In this title for reluctant readers, engaging text and creepy images combine to tell three ghostly stories from the African continent. Maps highlight the origins of each story, while other features offer possible explanations and introduce a related story.
