Ghosts. Monsters. Pirate Treasure. Get ready for chills, giggles, and goosebumps! From haunted lighthouses on the rocky coast of Maine to mysterious creatures in the forests of Vermont, Spooky Stories for Kids: New England brings you thirteen kid-friendly ghost tales drawn from the region's rich folklore. Perfect for ages 8-12, these bite-sized stories are just the right mix of eerie and fun, ideal for reading aloud at sleepovers, telling around the campfire, or enjoying under the covers with a flashlight. Inside you'll find: * Haunted history and strange local legends * A Scare Rating for each story, so you can choose just the right amount of spooky * "Did You Know?" facts about real places and events * A "Check It Out!" guide to haunted spots you can visit in New England Whether you're hunting ghost ships off the coast of Maine, searching for pirate gold in Massachusetts, or dodging flaming spirits in Rhode Island, these tales will keep you turning the pages--and maybe sleeping with one eye open.