Publisher Description

An explosion rocks the Library of Doom, and one of the workers, a page, is missing. It will take two Librarians to find and rescue him. But the heroes are met with unexpected danger . . . the jewel-hungry Watch-Man, whose mighty weapon, the Topaz of Time, can turn his enemies and all around him into dust! This gripping mystery is followed up with discussion questions, writing prompts, and a glossary.

Author Biography

Michael Dahl is the prolific author of the bestselling Goodnight, Baseball picture book and more than 200 other books for children and young adults. He has won the AEP Distinguished Achievement Award three times for his nonfiction, a Teacher's Choice award from Learning magazine, and a Seal of Excellence from the Creative Child Awards. Dahl currently lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Table of Contents

Blast -- Below -- The elder -- The Topaz of Time.

Review

The dark images create a scary ambiance for young readers. This haunting series will hold the attention of youngsters.-- "School Library Connection"

Review Quote

The dark images create a scary ambiance for young readers. This haunting series will hold the attention of youngsters.

Promotional "Headline"

* Teacher support materials include nonfiction back matter: discussion questions, writing prompts, a comprehensive glossary and pronunciation guide, and author and illustrator biographies. * An easy-to-read, action-packed series. * Update to the original, strong-selling Library of Doom series. * Written by well-known author Michael Dahl, known for his success with Library of Doom, Hocus Potel Hotel, and other mystery books.

Feature

Discussion Questions, Glossary, Illustration(s)/Drawing(s), Pronunciation Guide, Writing Prompts

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