Ghouls in School

Ghouls in School by Roger Hurn is a 48-page illustrated book published by Ransom in 2012. This engaging story follows the Spook Squad, a group of four girls—Roxy, Leena, Nita, and Emma—who are wrongly blamed for a series of practical jokes at their school. As they investigate the pranks, they discover that the culprits are ghouls who believe they are too cool for school, leading to a humorous and adventurous quest to clear their names.
Readers will find a blend of juvenile fiction and horror elements as the Spook Squad teams up with Roxy’s banshee aunt, Auntie Rhee, to confront the mischievous ghouls. The book features black and white line drawings by Peter Richardson, enhancing the fun and spooky atmosphere. With maps and amusing ‘facts’ about the Spook Squad, this edition is tailored for readers aged 7 to 12, particularly those with a reading age of 7 to 8. The narrative is designed to entertain while providing an accessible reading experience, making it a suitable choice for reluctant readers.
Official synopsis Publisher
Somebody is playing practical jokes at the Spook Squad’s school and the Spook Squad are getting the blame! When a bucketful of cold water lands on the Head Teacher’s head the girls swing into action. If they don’t catch the culprits they’ll be in hot water! But their problems really begin when they discover that the jokers are a couple of ghouls who think they’re too cool for school!Roxy has a weird auntie. Her Auntie Rhee lives on Hangman’s Hill in a spooky house called the Old Tower. The Old Tower looks like Dracula gave it a make-over. But Rhee isn’t a vampire – she is a banshee. She’s trying to protect humans from ghouls, ghosts and long-legged beasties. But she can’t do it on her own. That’s why she needs the Spook Squad. The Spook Squad are Roxy, Leena, Nita and Emma and their poltergeist, Rattle. These four girls are as bright and sparky as a fire in a fireworks factory. So, on dark and stormy nights, when the vampires are being a pain in the neck and hairy horrors are on the prowl, the Spook Squad goes into action. Spook Squad is a series of reading books for readers aged 7 – 12 with a reading age of 7 – 8. Illustrated by Peter Richardson with fantastic black and white line drawings and full of jokes, ‘facts’ about the Spook Squad, maps of locations, these books are ideal for those who want a fun read. Published by Ransom Publishing, a specialist in books for struggling and reluctant readers.
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