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School Library Journal
Reviewed on November 1, 2010
Gr 3–6—Clever writing pulls children into a creepy carnival of 29 humorous poems. In a series of mostly four- to twelve-line selections, children ride the "Teacup Terror," "Scary-Go-Round," and "Rattler Coaster"; taste a bit of "Devil's Food Cake" and "I-Scream"; and attend "Count Dracula's Wedding." The first poem, "The Ghoul at the Gate," warns one kid to "Turn back,/or you'll regret it," and a large green cla...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2010
The titular carnival is a house of horrors. Tattoos come to life, devil's food cake is aptly named, and the teacup ride is ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
