Frightlopedia: An Encyclopedia of Everything Scary, Creepy, and Spine-Chilling, from Arachnids to Zo

This creative book for kids ages 8 to 12 combines fiction, facts, and activities that feature all things paranormal. The book is an illustrated A-Z of the world’s spooky locations, scary stories, macabre creatures — both those of fiction and history. For Borneo to New Orleans, kids will learn about caves of perpetual darkness, haunted Victorian houses, killer animals — some a product of nature and some a product of man’s own hand. Here, the author juxtaposes stories, with cross cultural historical comparisons of creatures like vampires, and activities like how to do zombie makeup. Every entry is rated with the Fright Meter — from 1 to 3 — to test your daring! It was awarded recognition for being an engaging read for reluctant readers, to help those that aren’t as drawn to reading to start to become more engaged in the activity.

(This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)