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DUNC AND THE HAUNTED CASTLE (Culpepper Adventures)

DUNC AND THE HAUNTED CASTLE (Culpepper Adventures)

Published in
1993
3.41
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Description

When Dunc and Amos are invited to spend a week in Scotland, Dunc can already hear the bagpipes a-blowin'. But when the boys spend their first night in an ancient castle, it isn't bagpipes they hear. It's moans! Dunc hears groaning coming from inside his bedroom walls. Amos notices the eyes of a painting following him across the room! Could the castle really be haunted? Local legend has it that the castle's former lord wanders the ramparts at night in search of his head!Team up with Dunc and Amos as they go ghostbusting in the Scottish Highlands!
Age
8-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
96 pages
Book in series
#12

Why to read

  • Engaging Adventure: 'Dunc and the Haunted Castle' offers a thrilling adventure that captivates young readers, making it an exciting way to encourage a love for reading and exploration through literature.
  • Develops Imagination: Gary Paulsen's vivid storytelling and the mysterious setting of a haunted castle stimulate the imagination, allowing children to immerse themselves in a world of intrigue and suspense.
  • Relatable Characters: The characters, including Dunc, are relatable and their experiences can resonate with readers, providing valuable life lessons on friendship, courage, and problem-solving.
  • Literary Merit: Written by acclaimed author Gary Paulsen, known for his ability to engage young audiences, this book is part of the Culpepper Adventures series, which has been praised for its contribution to children's literature.