Books in the Fiction Readers series

In this historical fiction book, Mary Shelley and her husband Percy travel to meet Lord Byron at his home by Lake Geneva, Switzerland. When Lord Byron challenges his guests to write a ghost story, Mary's story is inspired by a dream she had of a doctor, working in his lab on a dark, stormy night. Students will enjoy this illustrated fiction reader that recreates the fateful trip that lead to the creation of Mary Shelley's novel, Frankenstein. With compelling text, grade-appropriate vocabulary, and chapter format, this hi-lo reader is perfect for students who need high-interest, low-readability books.

Sidney Jamison is bored by everything at school. Studying the life cycle of frogs? Boring. Trying to be popular? Yawn! But everything changes when a mysterious datapad is delivered to his home with an invitation to Sci Hi, the galaxy's Universal High School for the Sciences. Students who enjoy science fiction stories will not be able to put this one down. This hi-lo reader features dynamic illustrations, compelling text, and chapter format to build reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency.

In this exciting graphic novel, a girl travels back in time to learn about the Enigma Machine from Alan Turing and the atomic bomb from Robert Oppenheimer. Engage students in learning about historical events while building literacy skills.

Students will be inspired by this heartwarming, realistic fiction story about a boy on a mission to save his favorite manatee. This fiction reader features diverse characters, vibrant illustrations, and compelling text to keep students engaged in reading.

In this modern, imaginative spin on the classic folk tale The Straw Millionaire, a boy begins with a rock and tries to trade his way up to a new guitar. This hi-lo reader is ideal for students who need high-interest, low-readability books.

Readers will be captivated by this new spin on a traditional tale that features vibrant illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text.

This fantasy fiction reader will appeal to students who love stories involving time travel, magic, and libraries! In this imaginative story, a librarian sends Rosie back in time to teach her a lesson about appreciating what she has.

This realistic fiction chapter book explores the theme of bullying. When Jayden becomes friends with a bullied student, he must choose between loyalty to an old friend and doing what's right.

When "e;popular"e; Tyler is forced to invite "e;weird"e; Mackenzie to his party, they're surprised to find how much they have in common. Readers will enjoy this realistic fiction story about an unexpected friendship that explores important social issues.

Rukia is a young girl living in India when her country is split into two nations and her family decides to emigrate to Pakistan. Readers will be inspired by this immigration story featuring a short chapter format and compelling text.

Jae is preparing to bike 150 miles in 2 days to raise money for the National MS Society. But after a bike accident, will he be able to conquer his fear and participate in the marathon? This book will appeal to fans of realistic fiction!

Readers will be "e;haunted"e; by this spooky, modern retelling of Edgar Allan Poe's classic poem, The Raven. Appealing to both reluctant and avid readers, students who enjoy suspenseful stories will not be able to put this one down.

Using a variety of styles and conventions, "Vroom, Vroom! Poems About Things with Wheels" is an exciting and humorous way to expose young readers to poetry.

Readers will be captivated by this beautifully illustrated adventure story featuring a short chapter format and compelling text.

Two siblings stumble upon a mysterious candy shop during a snowstorm and must use their wits to get home. Readers will be captivated by this beautifully illustrated adventure story featuring a short chapter format and compelling text.

When Samantha is bitten by a venomous snake, it's up to her dog, Hickory, to get help and save the day. Readers will be captivated by this beautifully illustrated adventure story featuring a short chapter format and compelling text.

When a city official bullies her community, Zoe Zhang becomes Robin Hoodie, a hero outlaw who fights for what is right. Readers will be captivated by this brightly illustrated chapter book featuring everyday superheroes.

Adapted from the classic book by Jules Verne, this adventure fiction book retells the classic story of Around the World in Eighty Days. Students will enjoy this illustrated fiction reader that features compelling text and chapter format.

Hannah is a daredevil at heart who dreams of setting world records. Readers will be captivated by this beautifully illustrated adventure story featuring a short chapter format and compelling text.

Told from the point of view of a Muslim student, this graphic novel introduces the events of September 11, 2001 to students and explores important social issues.