"Describes ancient history, medieval lore, and modern portrayals of zombies in today's popular culture"--

"Are all zombies clumsy and slow? Do zombies ever attack alone? Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery Express 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...

"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, zombies or aliens? 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,...

Examines the origins of the zombie legend and its changes and development over time.

Movies and TV are filled with terrifying images of the walking dead. However, people have been frightened of zombies for centuries. Uncover the bloodcurdling history of the undead-form medieval revenants to Viking draugrs to Tibetan ro-langs. Prepare t enter the Zombie Zone! 

Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about zombie legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of zombies, 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...

What would happen if a horrible horde of zombies were to suddenly sweep through your town, turning people into crazed flesh-eaters? Where would be the safest place to hide? And what should you pack in your zombie survival kit? Prepare to enter the Zombie Zone!