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21) Scary stories
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"Describes legendary scary stories and explores whether or not the stories could be true. A pirate that searches for his head. Aliens that kidnap people. A ghost that hitches a ride. Do you have goose bumps yet? Get ready for some spine-tingling excitement as you read all about these Scary Stories."--Provided by publisher.
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When their mom remarries, Molly and her brother, Michael, try to make friends with their new stepsister, Heather. But Heather only wants to make trouble for them. She lies and tattles and misbehaves, and somehow they always get the blame. They know she's trying to drive a wedge between her father and their mother so she can have her father all to herself--and it seems to be working. Then, Heather starts playing in the graveyard behind their new house....
25) Ghosts
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This book is a basic but fun exploration of ghosts--spirits known for their haunting behavior--including how they come to exist, their weaknesses, and memorable examples from pop culture.
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Mary W. Chase died on Nantucket Island just over one hundred years ago, but she is still there, in the house she once lived in, and she wants to keep it that way-- but first she must somehow contact a group of children who are interested in preserving historic homes on the island.
27) Scary places
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"Describes places that have been the location of mysterious events and explores whether or not the events could have happened"--Provided by publisher.
28) Ghosts in hotels
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"Who's that knocking on your hotel room door? Is it room service or a ghostly visitor? Guests have recounted strange occurrences like these during their stays at some hotels. This title introduces reluctant readers to some of these haunted encounters with unwanted hotel guests"--Provided by the publisher.
29) Ghosts
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Explores the unsolved mystery of ghosts. Examines ghost sightings at various locations, and discusses the factors associated with ghost sightings included sudden drops in temperature, unexplained smells, and unexplained noises. Includes a glossary, resources for further information, and photographs.
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"The house seemed to sit apart from the others on Katydid Street, silent and alone, like it didn't fit among them. For Violet Hart-whose family is about to move into the house on Katydid Street-very little felt like it fit anymore. Like their old home, suddenly too small since her mother remarried and the new baby arrived. Or Violet's group of friends, which, since they started middle school, isn't enough for Violet's best friend, Paige. Everything...
34) Ghosts
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Presents nine true tales from the spirit world about haunted houses and castles, the Horror of Berkeley Square, a headless French officer, and White House ghosts of former presidents and first ladies. Includes illustrations and photographs.
37) Famous ghosts
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"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."--