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Description
Arax the Soul Stealer is an early reader in the Beast Quest series, aimed at children in grades K-3 with a reading level of 4.2. In the story, the malevolent Beast Arax captures the spirit of the good Wizard Aduro, leaving the kingdom vulnerable to the evil Wizard Malvel. The young hero Tom and his companion Elenna journey to Arax's cave to confront the Beast and try to rescue their friend. The book includes text vetted by a literacy expert and bright new color illustrations.
Quick Summary
In the vein of the best early chapter books, Arax the Soul Stealer throws young readers right into a magical showdown where two kids must battle a fearsome beast to rescue their captured wizard friend. Kids will love the fast-paced action, the powerful fantasy creatures, and the heartwarming friendship at the center of this quest. If your kid loves the Magic Tree House series or Dragon Masters, they'll devour this standalone adventure. This AR 4.2 reader is ideal for kids in grades 1-3 who are ready to transition from picture books to chapter books.