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Description
This book describes some of the most famous ghost sightings, including those in New Orleans, Washington, D.C., and Great Britain. The coauthor is Natalie Pope Boyce. Book #20
Quick Summary
For kids who love a good shiver without the nightmares, Ghosts: A Nonfiction Companion to A Good Night for Ghosts hits the sweet spot. It walks through famous hauntings like the spooky LaLaurie House in New Orleans, the phantom footsteps at the White House, and the eerie legends of British castles mixing real history with just enough mystery to keep young readers turning pages. The book is part of the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, so if your child already follows Jack and Annie's adventures, they'll recognize the friendly, easy-to-read style that makes nonfiction feel like a story. At only about 6,000 words, it's a quick read that won't overwhelm reluctant readers, yet it's packed with enough quirky facts (did you know the White House has a ghost that likes to ring the bell?) to spark curiosity and conversation. Parents will appreciate that the tone is spooky-fun rather than truly frightening, and the brief, clear chapters work well for early readers or as a bedtime read-aloud.