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Citing examples from folklore, as well as horror films, TV shows, and works of fiction, this book details all known ways to prevent vampirism, including how to protect oneself against attacks and how to destroy vampires. While offering explanations on the origins and uses of most commonly known tactics in fending off vampirism, the book also delves much deeper by collecting historical accounts of unusual burial rites and shocking superstitions from...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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"For hundreds of years, legends have been told of vampires rising from the grave at night to drink the blood of the living. If stories about vampires and other bloodsuckers are just fiction, why have so many people claimed to have witnessed these frightening creatures of the night?" - from back cover.
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"What makes a vampire weak? Do all vampires drink human blood? Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery series for young readers explore spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. Written with a high-interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity, clear visuals help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes fascinating information and wild...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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470L
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Meet Drake. He's a vampire! He sneaks around at night. He likes to drink blood! But don't scream. Drake's not real. He's one of the monsters you meet in stories. He just wants to tell you about vampires. Find out what turns people into vampires. Meet the different kinds of vampires around the world. And learn how to stop these creepy creatures. You'll have a chilling time with this monster buddy!
6) Vampires
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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HL 500L
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"Explores the history behind stories of vampires."--
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470L
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"In Battle Royale: Lethal Warriors, we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest creatures and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, vampires or werewolves? You'll have to read to find out. This series utilizes considerate text written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers. Book includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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While many of our culture's ideas about vampires originated in Eastern Europe, the United States is home to its own terrifying true tales of voracious vampires and bloodsucking beasts. Traveling from the coasts of New England to the swamps of Louisiana and to the dramatic deserts of the Southwest, this book uncovers the hidden history of vampires in America. Readers will enjoy learning about the natural phenomena underlying local vampire legends,...
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So you think you know all about vampires? You could recognise one right off and know how to deal with it? Guess again! Vampires are much more complex creatures than either Buffy or Twilight or those scores of other movies and television shows would have you believe. Even in somewhere like America.
American vampire lore has its roots in the beliefs and fears of the diverse peoples and nationalities that make up the country and reflects the rich
...11) Scary vampires
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"Bloodthirsty, nocturnal, and immortal-vampires are fascinatingly creepy! Young readers will learn the truth behind the myths about vampires"--
14) Vampires
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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660L
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"Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about vampire legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of vampires, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film. Table of contents, fun facts, critical thinking questions, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
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Vampires are a favorite creepy creature in many myths and legends. Readers of this innovative book will love learning to draw these spooky characters, as well as learning about their roles in mythology. Simple step-by-step instructions guide young artists to create their own unique works of art, while colorful illustrations help them visualize their final product. Lessons cover manga, cartoon, and more realistic styles of drawing, and range in difficulty...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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While vampires have haunted our psyche for centuries, they have never been more prevalent than now through the rise of film and television. This vampire volume takes a deep bite into the history of vampires of the big and small screen. Readers will learn about famous faces, from Bella Lugosi to Bella Swan. Sidebars, a timeline, and stunning photographs and illustrations will thrill your readers.
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"The Vampire - His Kith and Kin" is a 1928 work by English clergyman and author Montague Summers. Within it, Summers discusses the vampire phenomena from a Catholic point of view, offering a veritably academic study of the subject. Contents include: "The Origins of the Vampire", "The Generation of the Vampire", "The Traits and Practice of Vampirism", "The Vampire in Assyria, the East, and Some Ancient Countries", and "The Vampire in Literature". Augustus...
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