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Description
"Green Monkey Dreams" is a collection of fourteen short stories by Isobelle Carmody originally published in 1996 and reprinted in response to reader demand. The stories explore the power and dangers of imagination through various characters and settings. The book is written for upper grades (9-12) with a reading level of 6.4.
Quick Summary
Fourteen mind-bending stories dive into the wild side of imagination, where dreams bleed into reality and ordinary places hide extraordinary secrets. Kids will love the quick, creepy tales that range from spooky to thought-provoking, featuring talking animals, mysterious portals, and characters who discover their own hidden powers or darkest fears. If your kid loves the unsettling magic of "The School for Good and Evil" or devours anthologies like "Scary Stories to Tell In the Shadow of the Striker Dark," they'll be totally hooked. Perfect for teens in grades 9 through 12 who want shorter reads that still pack a serious imaginative punch.