Books with author Amanda Tru

Sixteen-year-old Brenna doesn’t believe her vivid imagination can hurt her, until she wakes up in a church, covered in blood. Blood that isn’t hers.She thinks her life can't get much worse, but when she finally finds a way to escape her abusive home, her imagination turns to nightmarish hallucinations. Niven likes staying inside the abandoned church, hiding from his violent father. The two bond through art and misery, but Brenna knows good things in her life don’t last long. Her delusions take a horrific turn when she thinks she sees two men gruesomely murdered by a monster in the church basement, but in the end, she’s the one with blood on her hands.

Discover Bugs in this Beginning Reader Who loves bugs? Facts about these cute little creepy crawlies fill the pages of this early reader. Beginning readers will learn all about bugs and insects in this short, leveled reader. Here is an example of the text level: There are many different kinds of insects. All bugs are insects, but not all insects are bugs. Some creatures we call bugs, are not even insects! All insects have six legs when they grow up Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers.

Discover the Circus in this Beginning Reader Have you ever been to the circus? There are lots of things to see at the circus. Beginning readers will learn all about the circus in this short, leveled reader. Here is an example of the text level: The circus travels and puts on a show in a big tent. This is called the big top. Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers.

Discover Airplanes with this Nonfiction Leveled Reader Learn all about airplanes in this beginning reader. Perfect for aircraft fans and children who want to learn about different kinds of Airplanes, Discover Airplanes is an educational reader with crisp and clear photographs. Here is an example of the text level: This is a low wing propeller plane. It has one long wing. The wing is below the pilot. Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers.

Discover Reading Level 3 Nonfiction Reader Learn all about military equipment in this nonfiction reader. Students will develop vocabulary and understanding of warfare, weapons, and military developments. Sample Text: Helicopters were first used in World War II, but became very important during the Vietnam War. Helicopters can land in places that airplanes cannot and can move troops to battle or injured people to hospitals.

Discover the Circus in this Beginning Reader Have you ever been to the circus? There are lots of things to see at the circus. Beginning readers will learn all about the circus in this short, leveled reader. Here is an example of the text level: The circus travels and puts on a show in a big tent. This is called the big top. Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers.

Discover Heavy Equipment in this Beginning Reader It's time for dump trucks, backhoes, bulldozers and more! There are lots of different dog breeds and each dog has different things to know about it. Beginning readers will learn all about heavy construction equipment in this short, leveled reader. Here is an example of the text level: Construction workers use heavy equipment all day. An excavator is used to dig. Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers.

Discover Mammals in this Beginning Reader They're furry! They have cute babies! They're mammals! Beginning readers will learn all about mammals in this short, leveled reader. Here is an example of the text level: All mammals are warm-blooded. That means the temperature of their blood stays about the same, even if it is a hot day or it is snowing outside. This elk keeps his blood the same temperature even when it is below freezing outside. Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers.

Discover Crabs in this Beginning Reader Let's head down to the beach and learn about crabs. Some crabs are big. Some are little. They all have hard outer shells. Beginning readers will learn all about crabs in this short, leveled reader. Here is an example of the text level: This is a crab claw. Crabs use their claws to fight, eat, and talk to other crabs. Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers.

Discover Dogs in this Beginning Reader Do you like dogs? There are lots of different dog breeds and each dog has different things to know about it. Beginning readers will learn all about dogs in this short, leveled reader. Here is an example of the text level: The world is full of dogs. Some dogs make great pets. This pug wants to go on a walk. Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers.

Sixteen-year-old Brenna doesn't believe her vivid imagination can hurt her, until she wakes up in a church, covered in blood. Blood that isn’t hers. She thinks her life can't get much worse, but when she finally finds a way to escape her abusive home, her imagination turns to nightmarish hallucinations. Niven likes staying inside the abandoned church, hiding from his violent father. The two bond through art and misery, but Brenna knows good things in her life don’t last long. Her delusions take a horrific turn when she thinks she sees two men gruesomely murdered by a monster in the church basement, but in the end, she’s the one with blood on her hands.

Discover Science! Learn all about the field of science and scientific research in this level 4 reader. Featuring photographs and high quality illustrations, kids will learn about science labs, science tools, and what scientists study. From the atom to the periodic table, this reader features short paragraphs and sentences designed to build vocabulary and understanding.