Shadow in the Woods and Other Scary Stories
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020 · Est. 21 min read

Shadow in the Woods and Other Scary Stories

By Max Brallier, Letizia Rubegni (Illustrator)

Book #2 in the Mister Shivers series

What lurks in the woods? Discover five chilling tales that will keep young readers on edge.

4.0/5 Goodreads · 243 ratings
64 pages· 1,247 words· Est. 21 min read
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Bookroo's summary

Hugh dreads the walk through the woods, rumored to be home to a lurking monster. But today, he has no choice, and something more than his shadow follows him. This is just one of five eerie tales in a collection perfect for young readers seeking a thrill. Strange sounds, dark messages, and spine-tingling mysteries await. Will they dare to read with the lights on? These stories promise to send shivers down their spines, making them ideal for sleepovers or campfire gatherings. Can they handle the scares?

From the publisher

Dive into these spooky stories from New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier, perfect for beginning readers!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic’s early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, and full-color artwork on every spread, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow!What is making that strange sound in the woods? Who wrote that dark message on the wall? These five spine-chilling stories will have beginning readers everywhere begging to stay up late to read (with the light on!). With authentically scary, easy-to-read text and creepy, full-color artwork throughout, this book is perfect for young children who crave lite scares. This scary story collection from New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier is THE book to share at sleepovers or around a campfire. It will send SHIVERS down your spine!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
64
Words
1,247
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
~348L
Themes & topics
Books about monstersBooks about childhood fearsBooks about the supernatural
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.5
F&P level
~K
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
510050
Publication
Published
July 7, 2020
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781338615425

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