A new boy has arrived in Somerville, and he has brought along a bit of mystery. Something about Jace and his mother just doesn't add up. Astrid, Rowan and their friend Quinn want to be welcoming, but they also want to get to the bottom of things. What they discover brings the group together and whets their appetite for adventure.

This classic tale from Malta is full of twists and turns (and pasta)! Will the shoemaker be able to free the mayor from the hungry giant? For Independent Reading at White Band 10**, readers aged 5-7 years.**This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Reading Champion offers independent reading books f...

When a spontaneous time leap sends Nickolas Flux back to the attack on Pearl Harbor, what's a teenage history buff to do? Try to avoid going down with the battleships, of course! From the sinking of the USS Oklahoma to the bombardment of the airfields, Nick must survive the Japanese surprise attack that pulled the United States into World War II.

In 1817, a terrifying specter began haunting John Bell and his family in Tennessee. At first, the spooky spirit’s knocking and scratching sounds seemed harmless. But soon, the phantom’s antics became more sinister—and even deadly! Who was the Bell Witch? And why did she torment John and his family? Young readers will find out in this easy-to-read ghostly graphic novel that will send shivers down their spines!

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE).This traditional tale tells the story behind the Chinese proverb "Draw the dragons, dot the eyes" and the eye-dotting ceremony. A painter refuses to draw in the eyes of the dragons, but the Emperor will not listen...Reading Champion offers independent reading books for chil...

Ethan keeps having the same nightmare. A huge creature stares out from the night sky and then reaches down to grab him. But it’s no dream . . . aliens have come to Ravens Pass! What peculiar plans do the extraterrestrials have in store for the odd little town? Packed with creepy black-and-white illustrations and spooky frights, this thrilling Return to Ravens Pass tale will chill young readers to the bone.

Xenia thinks the forest behind her new home in Ravens Pass is creepy. She ventures in anyway, though, after her new friend Zef insists on exploring. As the girls wander between the ancient trees, the roots underfoot seem to shift and wriggle. Then they start to reach and grab. This forest isn’t just creepy. It’s hungry! Packed with haunting black-and-white illustrations and spooky frights, this thrilling Return to Ravens Pass tale will chill young readers to the bone.

When a spontaneous time leap sends Nickolas Flux back to the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, what's a teenage history buff to do? Join the hunt for the presidents killer, of course! From the crack of the fatal shot to the hunt for John Wilkes Booth, Nick arrives at one of the most pivotal moments in American history.

When Yui and her classmates hear that the Lost Forest is cursed, they decide to find out if it’s true. Inside the forest, scary things start happening, and Yui is alone and afraid. How will she break the curse? And will she find love in the forest?!

Adeline idolizes Gianna, the queen bee of the "in crowd" at her middle school. Desperate for a shot at being popular, Adeline ditches her long-time friends, Emily and Marco. But she soon discovers that fitting in with the cool girls involves going along with Gianna’s suprising mean streak. Gianna's idea for a Halloween prank may even have dangerous consequences. Can Marco and Emily’s true friendship help Adeline find the courage to stand up to Gianna before it’s too late?

Eva’s parents can’t afford to buy her the expensive things that the popular kids have. After being teased about it one day, she walks into a mysterious store called “Dreams Come True.” Can its mysterious dressing room portal solve all of Eva’s problems? Or will it lead her down a path of doom? Eva must decide between being popular and doing the right thing. Will she make the right choice before it’s too late?

Lacey can’t believe her eyes when she spots someone in Ravens Pass who looks exactly like her. But her double seems to be a better, kinder, smarter version of herself. Now this Other Lacey is slowly taking over real Lacey’s life. Can the girl stop the imposter before the takeover is complete and she’s replaced for good? Packed with creepy black-and-white illustrations and spooky frights, this thrilling Return to Ravens Pass tale will chill young readers to the bone.