Joan Axelrod-Contrada

Explores several of the traditions surrounding Halloween and All Souls' Day around the world.

Visit some of the spookiest houses around the world. Prepare to be scared as you visit haunted mansions and ghostly residence.

Zombies have no control over their own minds. Some insects and other creepy crawlies have the power to turn other animals into zombies, controlling their behavior. Readers will learn all about these creatures and the real-life zombies they are making.

Would you rather swim with a great white shark or a venomous jellyfish? In this fun-filled nonfiction book, young science fans test their decision-making skills with more than a dozen outrageous animal questions! From scary to gross to just plain silly, each question generates discussion and promotes critical thinking. Partnered with full-color photographs and engaging, easy-to-read facts, this book invites readers to make informed decisions while...