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    Swamp of Lost Souls
    Create Crazy Stop-Motion Videos
    Dead Below
    Don't Go in the Basement!
    Carma Comes Home
    Celebrate America
    • Strikers and Scarves

      • 33 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      This text takes young readers behind the scenes of their favourite professional sport - football! Discover the ins and outs and the hustle and bustle of a typical match day. From fantastic fan experiences and player arrivals to groundskeepers preparing the pitch and broadcasting logistics, readers will discover that pulling off a top sporting event event is a big job! The action-packed photographs combined with an accessible reading level and the high-interest content will be certain to appeal to a wide range of young readers, including reluctant and struggling readers.

      Strikers and Scarves2023
    • Don't Go in the Basement!

      • 72 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Marisa and Lorenzo Conchito and their friends want to make an old-fashioned vampire movie. Luckily their friend Jeff knows just the place to film it. His uncle Felix was an actor in several old horror movies, and his creepy old mansion is the perfect location. Felix is happy to let them film their movie at his house. He has just one “Don’t go in the basement!” What secrets could Felix be hiding in the basement? And why does he sleep so much during the day?

      Don't Go in the Basement!2021
      4.0
    • Haunt and Seek

      • 136 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Ever since Ben Tajima found a toy boat on the Chicago Riverwalk, strange things have been happening. Ben keeps seeing a ghostly boy everywhere: the swimming pool, the living room . . . But who is the boy? What is he looking for? And what will happen when he finds it?

      Haunt and Seek2021
      3.6
    • Dead Below

      • 136 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      It isnt long after Treva Gallo moves into her new Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, neighborhood that she starts to see otherworldly people around town. And the more ghosts she sees, the more they seek her out. As Treva researches her new neighborhoods murky past, she unearths more than she expected . . . and the ghostly spirits become more insistent. The spirits seem to want something from Treva. But what can a living person do for the dead? Every state has its own spine-tingling stories of ghosts and mysterious hauntings grounded in its regional history. The Haunted States of America series uses real-life ghost lore as jumping-off points to new, chilling tales. An authors note provides historical origins and fascinating facts, but beware: sometimes real life is stranger than fiction.

      Dead Below2021
      3.0
    • Shoot Epic Short Documentaries

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Calling all filmmaking buffs! Are you yearning to shoot your own documentary? Learn how to plan, cast, shoot and edit a short documentary.

      Shoot Epic Short Documentaries2020
    • Create Crazy Stop-Motion Videos

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Do you love stop-motion animation? Try shooting a stop-motion video yourself! Learn how to plan, cast, shoot and edit a stop-motion video. It's time to put your creativity to the test. And action!

      Create Crazy Stop-Motion Videos2020
      3.7
    • Could You Survive the New Stone Age?

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      You've suddenly time travelled thousands of years into the past. The world around you looks wild and unfamiliar. The humans you encounter can't understand a word you say. Now they're running at you carrying stone tools! Do you have what it takes to survive in the Stone Age? Turn the pages to find out - only you can choose your fate in this interactive story!

      Could You Survive the New Stone Age?2020
      3.7
    • Make Mind-Blowing Music Videos

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Calling all musicians! Are you looking for a way to take your songs to the next level? Music videos can help your music shine! Learn how to plan, shoot, edit and perform a music video. It's time to be a star media maker!

      Make Mind-Blowing Music Videos2020
    • Swamp of Lost Souls

      A Louisiana Story

      • 136 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Set in the eerie Manchac Swamp, the story follows Josh, a skeptic of local ghost tales, and his coworker who crash their airboat, leaving them trapped. As they navigate the swamp, they encounter the spirits of a forgotten town, raising the stakes of their survival. The narrative explores themes of belief, the supernatural, and the struggle between life and death, as the boys must confront their fears and find a way to escape before becoming part of the haunting legend themselves.

      Swamp of Lost Souls2019
      3.5
    • Trapped in Room 217

      A Colorado Story

      • 136 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      In a mysterious Colorado hotel, Jayla Walters encounters a ghost that visits her nightly in Room 217. As she seeks to understand the ghost's intentions, she finds herself entangled in an eerie confrontation. The story explores themes of the supernatural and the impact of unresolved pasts, raising questions about the ghost's desires and the consequences of Jayla's actions.

      Trapped in Room 2172018
      3.7
    • Carma Comes Home

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      In a thrilling adventure, Carma and the Star Belchers must defend BeegMumma from a sudden alien invasion. As chaos ensues aboard the ship, the team rallies together to confront the threat and protect their home. The story highlights themes of bravery, teamwork, and resilience in the face of danger.

      Carma Comes Home2017
      4.0
    • A Spaceship Named Judy

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      The story follows Kurby, who mistakenly sends an ad for odd jobs to a rescue mission instead of the intended human ship, BeegMumma. This unexpected twist sets off an adventurous journey across the galaxy, highlighting themes of miscommunication and exploration. As Kurby navigates this new challenge, readers can expect a blend of humor and excitement in a vibrant sci-fi setting.

      A Spaceship Named Judy2017
      3.0
    • Celebrate America

      A Guide to America's Greatest Symbols

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Both real and fictional narrators serve as your tour guides on this fun and factual trip into American Symbols. Francis Scott Key, Ben Franklin, and James Madison offer insight on their roles in history and the resulting symbols, such as the National Anthem, that are still honored today.

      Celebrate America2010
      5.0