The Children's Horrible House
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Chapter Book · Ages 0–12 · 2018

The Children's Horrible House

Written by N Jane Quackenbush

Book #1 in the The Children's Horrible House series

Unravel the mystery of a haunted house where untidy kids face spooky surprises.

4.0 Goodreads · 38 ratings
220 pages· ~500L
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Holly Spinatsch, a rebellious tomboy, is whisked away to The Children's Horrible House for her messy habits. There, she meets Coriander, a treasure-seeking lad, and together they uncover a mystery that transcends time and space. As they navigate this haunted mansion, they delve into astronomy, meteorology, and folklore, using newfound knowledge to solve the enigma haunting the house. Will they uncover the truth, or will the secrets of the Horrible House remain hidden? Join Holly and her friends in this whimsical, spooky adventure filled with unexpected twists and scientific wonders.

From the publisher

IS YOUR BED MADE?IS YOUR ROOM CLEAN?It better be! Or you’ll be headed to The Children’s Horrible House!Sounds terrifying, right? I assure it, it is!!! … not … “that” … “terrifying”. Unless you’re scared by untidy rooms, howling monsters, and night gardening ghosts who float around planting questionable flowers for mysterious uses. If that doesn’t curl your nose hairs, what if I told you that The Children’s Horrible House is the first book in series where you’ll discover a silly spooky story with surprises around every corner?Ever wonder what happens to kids who refuse to make their beds and clean their rooms? You’re not alone … Holly Spinatsch, a curious and rebellious tomboy, found out when she was whisked away to The Children’s Horrible House. On the bumpy bus ride, she meets Coriander, a determined lad on a quest for treasure. In Holly’s search for kinship in this haunted jail-like mansion, she discovers a mystery lurking and breathing, crying out for discovery. However, when she and her friends attempt to solve the mystery, they uncover a secret that goes beyond space and time. During the children’s stay, they learn about fascinating subjects like astronomy, meteorology, horticulture, Native American Folklore, the Farmer’s Almanac, and even how to plant by the moon’s lunar cycles. With their new found knowledge, the kids use these advanced STEM sciences to guide them in an attempt to solve who and what is haunting The Children’s Horrible House.DO YOU have what it takes to survive The Children’s Horrible House?

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
220
Reading age
0–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~500L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
August 30, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780999434550

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