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Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
In London, 1872, a man named Phileas Fogg makes a bet with his friends that he can travel across the entire planet in eighty days. The wager? More than half his sizable fortune -- and the exact same amount of money that was stolen from a nearby bank a day earlier. Fogg hastily departs in the company of Passepartout, his personal attendant, on a journey that will take the two men all over the wide world by way of every known means of transportation....
22) Dracula
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2007
Description
"One of the greatest horror stories of all time is vividly and faithfully retold in graphic novel format."--p.4 of cover.
23) Frankenstein
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A young scientist has created a living being out of dead flesh and bone. His creation, however, turns out to be a frightful monster! Now, Victor Frankenstein must stop his creation before the monster's loneliness turns to violence. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words and...
24) Gothic classics
Series
Graphic classics volume 14
Pub. Date
[2007]
Description
A collection of five classic tales involving ghosts, vampires, haunted castles, and forbidden love presented in an illustrated format by prominent artists working in the fields of comics, book illustration, and fine arts.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
When a mysterious man enters the village of Iping, strange things begin to occur! Furniture moves on its own, money and food is stolen, and noises are heard in the night. Soon, the Invisible Man reveals himself! The mysterious tale is brought into shocking detail in this striking graphic novel adaptation.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Axel and his uncle find a note that describes a path to Earth's center! The men climb deep inside a volcano and discover amazing wonders. They also run into danger, which could trap them below the surface forever. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words and dynamic new covers....
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A headless horseman haunts Sleepy Hollow! At least that's the legend in the tiny village of Tarrytown. But scary stories won't stop the town's new schoolmaster, Ichabod Crane, from crossing the hollow, especially when the beautiful Katrina lives on the other side. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2007
Formats
Description
A retelling, in graphic novel format, of The man in the iron mask, featuring Athos, Aramis, Porthos, and DArtagnan, from The Three Musketeers, in their later years. They become involved in a dangerous, top-secret plot, and find themselves fighting for their lives against seemingly impossible odds. Includes brief biographical information about Alexandre Dumas and historical information to put the story in context.
30) Mark Twain
Series
Pub. Date
2007
Description
Contains graphic novel adaptations of seven stories by Mark Twain, including "Tom Sawyer Abroad," "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," "A Dog's Tale," "The Facts Concerning the Recent Carnival of Crime in Connecticut," "A Curious Pleasure Excursion," "Is He Living or is He Dead?," and "The Mysterious Stanger;" and includes portions of "Advice to Little Girls" accompanied by illustrations.
31) Moby Dick
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2007.
Description
Ishmael's dream of adventure on a whaling ship becomes a nightmare as the voyage turns into a struggle for survival. Captain Ahab, maimed by a monster whale, is obsessed with revenge. As the crew discovers, he is willing to risk everything to destroy the whale.
32) Peter Pan
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
John, Michael, and Wendy love their mother's stories. But they did not know that another young boy loved them as well! When Peter Pan loses his shadow, Wendy meets him and agrees to return with him to Neverland. Will John, Michael, and Wendy survive a land of pirates, Lost Boys, and Tinker Bell? Find out in this stunning graphic novel adaptation of J.M. Barrie's classic by Rod Espinosa. Creator biographies and a glossary help reluctant readers take...
33) Robin Hood
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
King Richard is away, and Prince John has stolen his throne! Prince John has set high taxes on the people of Sherwood Forest and many cannot pay. But they have a hero among them who steals from the rich to help the poor. Will Robin Hood and his merry men save the kingdom for King Richard? Find out in this stunning graphic novel adaptation of Howard Pyle's classic by Joe Dunn Creator biographies and a glossary help reluctant readers take the first...
34) White Fang
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
During the gold rush, Alaska is a vast land with the promise of riches. Some of these riches are sled dogs. White Fang is one of these dogs who is traded, sold, and pitted against each other. Soon he is saved and brought to California. Can he adjust to his new home and his new family? Find out in this stunning graphic novel adaptation of Jack London's classic by Joe Dunn. Creator biographies and a glossary help reluctant readers take the first step...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Lemuel Gulliver always dreamed of sailing across the seas, but he never imagined the places his travels would take him. His adventures could be the greatest tales ever told, if he survives long enough to tell them. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words and dynamic new covers....
37) Hamlet
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Formats
Description
The works of William Shakespeare come alive in these stunning graphic novels adaptation using the original Shakespearean dialog. The world-class art, murder, revenge, and intrigue of Hamlet will capture the attention of reluctant readers. Supplement your traditional Shakespearean sources with the graphic novel adaptation that will help readers imagine the action like never before.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Late one night, Sir Charles Baskerville is attacked outside his castle in Dartmoor, England. Could it be the Hound of the Baskervilles, a legendary creature that haunts the nearby moor? Sherlock Holmes, the world's greatest detective, is on the case. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction, bolded...