Step into the world of the strange and supernatural. Discover the chilling secrets of ghostly visitors, alien encounters and haunted houses. From mummified bodies to samurai spirits and flying saucers, these uncanny true stories will send shivers down your spine. Includes a quiz and fun activities. This book retells some amazing and true spooky stories from around the world. Great for readers aged 9+ these real-life reads are gripping reads. The non-fiction stories are retold by experienced author, Clive Gifford, who knows how to tell a tale. Illustrated with black and white line drawings, this chapter book is perfect for engaging readers. Included at the back are some quizzes and extension activities such as comprehension questions and ''Think about...'' ideas, as well as a glossary to help educators to make the most of the stories.