Spring 2025

The Clockwork Curse

From the Series Camp Whispering Woods (Phonics Fun — Chapter Books)

  • Interest Level: Grade 3 - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

When Gretchen returns to Camp Whispering Woods, she discovers that nothing stays the same forever. Thrust into a world of new friends, unsettling changes, and mysterious clocks, can she unravel the secrets of the clockwork curse before she gets stuck in the past?

Practice complex consonant patterns in this story.

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Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 3
Category Reading/Language Arts
Copyright 2025
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Brand Phonics Fun
Imprint Lerner Publications ™
Language English
Number of Pages 64
Publication Date 2025-01-01
Text Type Fiction—Paranormal
BISACS JUV045000, JUV037010, JUV069000
Dewey 428.6/2
Dimensions 6 x 9
Lexile 620
Guided Reading Level P
Features Original artwork, Reviewed, and Teaching Guides

Author: Mimi Powell

Mimi Powell is a writer of spooky stories and a librarian. She lives in Las Vegas with her husband and two cats.

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Camp Whispering Woods (Phonics Fun — Chapter Books)

Welcome to Camp Whispering Woods! Crafted for readers in need of extra literacy support, these thrilling narratives captivate striving readers while strengthening phonics and reading skills. View available downloads →

Reviews

School Library Journal

“The stories feature short chapters, simple language, and a handful of illustrations, making them a great fit for older elementary students ready for a mix of chills and accessible reading. . . These riddle-filled, phonics-based horror chapter books will be a hit in libraries where children’s spooky stories are in demand.”—School Library Journal