The Halloween Tree
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1972 · Est. 3.5 hour read

The Halloween Tree

Eight kids race through time to save their friend from a Halloween mystery.

3.8/5 Goodreads · 39,971 ratings
145 pages· 24,531 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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On Halloween night, eight kids embark on a thrilling quest to rescue their friend Pip, who vanishes mysteriously. Guided by the enigmatic Carapace Clavicle Moundshroud, they journey through ancient Egypt, Notre-Dame's gargoyles, and Mexico's Day of the Dead. Can they unravel the secrets of Halloween and save Pip from a chilling fate before time runs out?

From the publisher

Make storytime a little spookier with fantasy master Ray Bradbury as he takes readers on a riveting trip though space and time to discover the true origins of Halloween. Join the shadowy Carapace Clavicle Moundshroud as he takes eight trick-or-treaters on an unforgettable journey to find their missing friend, Pip. Travel through space and time, from the tombs of ancient Egypt to the gargoyles of Notre-Dame Cathedral, all the way to the cemeteries of Mexico on el Día de Los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. Is Pip still alive? And if so, can his friends save him from a ghastly fate before it’s too late? “If you want to know what Halloween is, or if you simply want an eerie adventure, take this mystery history trip. You couldn’t ask for better than master fantasizer Ray Bradbury.” –The Boston Globe

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Format
Paperback
Pages
145
Words
24,531
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
800L
Themes & topics
Books about Halloween
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.7
F&P level
~S
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
56490
Publication
Published
September 7, 1999
First published
January 1, 1972
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375803017

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