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After his visit to Pompeii, Lucius returns to Rome, where he and his friend Isidora look after the wild beasts that will fight—and die—in the arena. Now, to celebrate the opening of his new amphitheater, Emperor Titus has decreed 100 days of games . . . and Lucius's brother, the famous gladiator Quintus Felix, will once again face death or glory. Meanwhile, Lucius's father is still on the run. How can Lucius convince the emperor that his father is innocent? The third title in the Gladiator School series, set in ancient Rome.

Blood Vengeance is the fourth title in Gladiator School, a series of novels set in ancient Rome, a rich and textured world of heated battles, fierce loyalty, and even fiercer rivalry. Finally reunited with his father Aquila, Lucius is studying hard in hopes of following in his footsteps and becoming a senator. Meanwhile, Lucius's brother, famous ex-gladiator Quintus Felix, continues to risk his life in chariot races at the Circus Maximus. But all is not well: a very disturbing premonition has been revealed to Aquila—and this prophecy could spell bad news for the Emperor, and bloody vengeance for Lucius . . .

Elizabethan London was a vibrant, growing city—and theater, especially that of William Shakespeare, played a major role in its lively culture. There was even a different play every day of the week! Here's your ticket to the Globe, the legendary 20-sided building where Shakespeare's plays were staged. Go backstage to discover how the theater was run, who chose the actors, how big an audience it could hold, and why it was build on the banks of the Thames. Extraordinary illustrations give a dramatic look at life and art in the sixteenth century.

This second, action-packed book in the thrilling Gladiator School series takes Lucius and Quin on their deadliest adventure yet: a journey to Pompeii for the gladiatorial games. Although it's a lawless city, filled with knife-wielding thugs, Lucius seems to find a friend in Valens, the games' sponsor, who offers to help locate his missing father. Meanwhile, strange rumblings and tremors rock the town, and a seer warns that the "end of days" is near. What does this portend? Will Quin survive his fights with the seasoned gladiators of Pompeii? And is Valens all he seems?

The past can be scary—so brace yourself for a hilariously bloodcurdling ride through time. Q. Why do mummies never take a vacation?A. Because they’re afraid to relax and unwind. History can be really grisly—and sometimes gross and funny, too. Take a trip back in time and find out about Roman toilets (which were never cleaned!), food in the Middle Ages (stuffed porpoise stomach), and creepy cures (boiled worms), as well as executions, the Black Death, and the worst jobs you wouldn’t want to do. Even as you shudder at once was, you’ll laugh out loud at the hysterical historical jokes, riddles, limericks, and puns!

Be scared—be very scared. These 10 ghostly tales will send a shiver down your spine . . . These spooky, creepy, and slightly gruesome tales will introduce a new generation of children to the many pleasures of a ghost story. Kids will feel chills and thrills as they read about such things as haunted houses that burst into flames, ghosts frightening and friendly, a skull that won’t stay buried, and a really, really terrifying clown. Featuring all manner of monsters and supernatural events, this is a perfect book to read around the campfire or under the blanket with a flashlight!

Inside the enormous, boldly designed Roman Colosseum, gladiators fought for their lives as citizens watched the deadly "entertainment." Completed in 96 AD, it's a miraculous feat of engineering. This noble monument, and the ancient empire that created it, await young readers on these stunningly illustrated pages. Curious children can discover why and how the Colosseum was built; how it was decorated; who was allowed to enter; what took place behind the scenes; and what the Roman world was like. Full-color cutaways reveal the details of this astounding architectural achievement, and pinpoint enlargements focus on the day-to-day life of the people—including how they ate, dressed, and sometimes fought.

Using this crafty book with more than 100 stickers, perforated pages, and envelopes, kids can say a personal “thank you” with their own homemade card! When someone helps you, gives you a gift, or does something nice, it's important to say thank you. With these decorate-them-yourself cards, kids will learn good manners even as they're having a good time. Adorable designs like patterned dinosaur, a friendly caterpillar, and a kitten to color in—plus plenty of stickers—turn the task of writing a thank-you note into a joy!

Where does your food go? What are eyelashes for? Kids are curious about how their body works, and this science book explains it to them simply. Lively illustrations and fascinating facts make learning about biology fun, and four pages of clear acetate provide a peek underneath our skin, so children can see and understand how our muscles, bones, and organs all fit together.