Lonely Planet Kids Spooky Stories of the World
(Author) Lonely Planet KidsThis spine-tingling collection of spooky stories features over 20 eerie tales from across the globe. Discover bewitching retellings of ghost- and monster-filled myths regaled with ghoulish relish and journey continent-by-continent through this haunting book. With shocks and twists like you wouldn't believe - are you brave enough to read them all? Packed with mind-boggling mysteries, real unexplained enigmas and traditional stories that are sure to send shivers down your spine, Spooky Stories of the Worldis the ultimate feast for Halloween-loving kids and readers in search of a fright. Meet vampires, werewolves and fearsome monsters that hide in the shadows in this one-of-a-kind round-the-world collection of hair-raising tales. Inside Spooky Stories of the World: - 20 fang-tastic stories from around the world featuring both traditional tales and unexplained mysteries from modern times - Arranged continent by continent with spooky illustrations, original artwork and simple locator maps throughout - Chilling tales include: The Girl and the Chenoo (Canada), The Curupira (Brazil), The Basilisk of Vilnius (Lithuania), The Talking Skull (Cameroon), The Cold Lady (Japan), Tawhaki and the Ponaturi (New Zealand) Spooky Stories of the World is the much-anticipated follow-up to Myths and Legends of the World. Written by British-Guyanese author and professional storyteller Wendy Shearer, and illustrated by Teo Georgiey, this is the perfect book for curious kids in search of a creepy kick to their reading list and is probably best read with the lights left on! About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
Lonely Planet Kids
Lonely Planet Kids is a prominent publisher known for creating engaging and educational books for children. Their most notable works include "The Adventures of Marco Polo" and "How to be an International Spy."
Lonely Planet Kids' literary style focuses on making learning fun and accessible for young readers, with colorful illustrations and interactive elements. They have made significant contributions to children's literature by introducing kids to different cultures, history, and geography through their books.
Their impact on the literary genre can be seen in their ability to spark curiosity and inspire a love for exploration in young minds. One of their most famous works is "The Adventures of Marco Polo," which takes readers on a journey through the ancient Silk Road with the legendary explorer.
Overall, Lonely Planet Kids has become a trusted source for high-quality and informative books that entertain and educate children worldwide.
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