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The elegant houses of the wealthy may hold more than just expensive things. Some are said to be home to ghosts! Reluctant readers will love reading the famous ghost stories from lavish locales in this spooky book.

For centuries, people have searched the oceans for Atlantis. But are the ruins of the lost city buried deep below the ocean's surface? Or was this powerful city just a figment of Plato's imagination? Try to get to the bottom of it in this introductory title for young readers.

A meeting with the queen might have a totally different meaning at one of England's haunted palaces-she may not be alive! This title for young readers recounts brushes with spirits in the gilded halls of England's castles, including sightings of the famous Anne Boleyn!

What exactly was Stonehenge used for? The mystery of its purpose has surrounded this site for thousands of years. People have theorized it was a religious place, burial ground, or even a landing pad for alien spaceships. Construct your own conclusions about this intriguing monument with this read for young students.

Tales of ghost ships have been around for hundreds of years. Ships adrift without a crew appear suddenly without explanation. But did the sailors simply abandon ship? Or are there supernatural causes at play? Grab this mysterious title for reluctant readers to decide for yourself.

What if the spirits of the dead stay behind at the place where they died? Visitors to famous battlefields think some may do just that. They tell stories of ghostly fighting and spooky feelings of strange presences. Read on to determine if they are long-dead soldiers defending their ground or just strange coincidences in this chilling title.

Examines the legend that says that anyone who disturbs a mummy's rest will suffer.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of South Sudan"--Provided by publisher.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Afghanistan"--Provided by publisher.

Jamaica is a small island country in the Caribbean Sea known for its Reggae music and spicy foods. Some Jamaicans do not cut their hair! They prefer to twist their hair into dreadlocks instead. Young readers will learn about the history of Jamaica and customs that make it unique.