Get Reluctant Readers And ESL Students Hooked On Reading

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Kerbel-Lure

The novel Lure really got me hooked. Set in a suburb of Toronto, this paranormal mystery is great for reluctant readers, and perfect for secondary 2-3 ESL students. Narrated by Max and by John ― respectively a 21st century hero, and a 19th century ghost ― the story slides between both eras. Each time period [...]

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