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Marcia Thornton Jones

    Marcia Thornton Jones is a prolific author whose extensive body of work has captivated young readers worldwide. Her writing delves into themes that resonate with children, offering imaginative stories and engaging characters. With a background as an educator, she possesses a unique ability to connect with her audience, making the world of reading and writing accessible and exciting for students of all ages.

    Adventures of the Bailey School Kids. Volume 1
    Adventures of the Bailey School Kids: Ghosts Don't Eat Potato Chips
    Frankenstein Doesn't Plant Petunias: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #2)
    Ghosts Don't Eat Potato Chips: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #3)
    Keyholders 4: The Wrong Side of Magic
    Barkley's School For Dogs. Santa Dog
    • 2024

      The Bailey School Kids anticipate a fun pizza party at Jewel's Pizza Castle, but their excitement turns to curiosity when they encounter smoke and roars from the kitchen. Their imaginations run wild as they speculate about the possibility of Sir George harboring a dragon. The blend of playful adventure and mystery sets the stage for an engaging tale that captures the whimsical spirit of childhood exploration.

      Dragons Don't Cook Pizza: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #4)
    • 2023

      The story follows Eddie and Howie as they visit Eddie's great-aunt Mathilda, where eerie occurrences begin to unfold. Howie becomes unsettled by a shadowy figure in the window and strange patterns made by his potato chips. The duo, along with their friends, must confront their fears and investigate the possibility of a ghost residing in the attic, blending humor and mystery in this spooky adventure.

      Ghosts Don't Eat Potato Chips: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #3)
    • 2023
    • 2022

      Mrs. Jeepers may -- or may not -- be a vampire in this funny and spooky series from Graphix Chapters. Get ready for summer reading with a special edition of Vampires Don't Wear Polka Dots! The third graders at Bailey Elementary are so hard to handle that all of their teachers have quit. But their new teacher, Mrs. Jeepers, is different -- to say the least. She's just moved from Transylvania into a spooky old house in Bailey City. She wears a mysterious brooch that glows as green as her eyes. Could Mrs. Jeepers be a vampire? Featuring a beloved story by Marcia Thornton Jones and Debbie Dadey and fresh artwork by Academy Award winner Pearl Low, Vampires Don't Wear Polka Dots is the first-ever graphic novel adaptation of Scholastic's classic chapter book series. Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers. Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!

      Vampires Don't Wear Polka Dots: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #1) (Summer Reading)
    • 2022

      A field trip to a science museum leads the Bailey School Kids to encounter the mysterious Dr. Victor and his imposing assistant, Frank. As they explore the eerie museum, they uncover secrets hidden behind closed doors, questioning Dr. Victor's activities in his concealed lab. The story takes an intriguing twist with Frank, who, despite his monstrous appearance, has a passion for gardening, raising questions about identity and appearances.

      Frankenstein Doesn't Plant Petunias: A Graphix Chapters Book (the Adventures of the Bailey School Kids #2)
    • 2021
    • 2009

      Keyholders 4: The Wrong Side of Magic

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      4.2(28)Add rating

      When Penny, Luke, Natalie and their links return home after rescuing Mr. Leery from the clutches of the evil Queen of the Boggarts, they find a lot of changes in Morgantown. Mrs. Bender, the principal, has decided on longer school days with no recess. The cafeteria ladies are serving up some extremely yucky food (even more than usual). And their teacher, Mr. Crandle, is giving them twice as much homework. What is wrong with all the adults in town? Could it be another scheme from the Boggart Queen? It's up to the apprentice Keyholders to find out.

      Keyholders 4: The Wrong Side of Magic
    • 2007

      The Bailey City Monsters. Volume 2

      • 301 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Bailey City is full of some pretty weird grown-ups. Four Bailey City monsters are included in this volume.

      The Bailey City Monsters. Volume 2
    • 2006

      Reindeer Do Wear Striped Underwear

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
      3.8(254)Add rating

      When Liza, Howie, Eddie and Melody discover that Santa's reindeer are all at the Bailey City Zoo with terrible colds, Eddie becomes determined to do what he can to save Christmas.

      Reindeer Do Wear Striped Underwear
    • 2004

      There are some pretty weird grown-ups living in Bailey City. But could the new third-grade teacher from Transylvania really be a vampire? Or is the hairy camp director a werewolf? Is it possible that the very short basketball coach from Ireland is really a leprechaun? And is Aunt Mathilda really being haunted by a hungry ghost? The Bailey School Kids are going to find out!

      Adventures of the Bailey School Kids. Volume 1