Fall 2023

Graphic Mysteries

From the Set Jr. Graphic Tales of the Unexplained

The stories in this volume explore three strange mysteries that are sure to make readers' hair stand on end! "Ghosts in Amityville" is a delightfully creepy account of one of the most famous ghost stories in America. Experience the story as the family that bought this spooky house did--just one year after murders took place there. "The Disappearance of Flight 19" tells a tale of the Bermuda Triangle. One day in 1945, five U.S. Air Force bombers flew out to sea on a routine mission--and disappeared without a trace. The older tale of the city of Atlantis still fascinates people to this day. According to Plato, it was a shining city with a marvelous civilization. perched on a great island in the ocean. And then, disaster struck, and the city was lost to the waves. Are these tales true? Readers can decide for themselves!

Format List Price Your Price Qty
$36.80 $27.60
Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 6
Reading Level Grade 2
Dewey Number 1.94
Lexile
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level M
Language English
Publisher PowerKids Press
Format Reinforced book
ISBN 9781642828313
Copyright 2024
Number of Pages 72
Dimensions 6.5 x 9.5
Graphics Full-color illustrations

Jr. Graphic Tales of the Unexplained - School Library Journal

Students diving into this series will discover exciting, thought-provoking tales. Here readers will find accounts of ghosts and hauntings; mysteries not yet fully solved; and creatures that, even after having undergone intense scientific scrutiny, still haven’t been officially declared genuine. Each story opens with a brief introduction and cast of characters, all of whom are real except for those featured in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Some titles feature a “More” follow-up page with additional facts about the unexplained incidents or creatures, i.e., hauntings and monsters, respectively. Others have reports of not-as-yet-fully explained phenomena and creatures, including the Loch Ness Monster, the Bermuda Triangle, and more. Each account is followed by a “Did You Know?” page with more information. The well-drawn, uncomplicated panels are easy to follow, enabling fast-paced reading; the graphics include crisp lines and sharp colors and evoke settings well. Back matter in all volumes include a glossary (no pronunciation guides), further resources, and an index. VERDICT This set will appeal to a broad audience, including striving readers, because of its mix of very high-interest topics. Graphic Monsters may have especially wide appeal due to its gory subject matter. Recommended where graphic titles are in demand in school and public libraries.

Author: Jack DeMolay