Creature

People are disappearing near Bear Lake, and a camp leader, a fisherman, and a hunter are among the victims. Lilia Silva barely saves her track teammate from a huge, red-eyed animal. Then a scientist admits his secret: a mountain lion and bear hybrid he created in a lab. Rafael and Antonio help trap the beast, but it may be smarter than anyone planned for.

These gentle reads are brimming with spirited characters and positive values, with a little extra excitement and bite, so hold on tight. Written expressly for the middle-grade striving reader, the series contains no strong language, edgy themes, or dysfunctional families. In fact, family is the main theme of these titles, and one particular family is the focus, with its uncanny knack for finding humor, hope, and colorful personalities even in unusual circumstances. Written at the lowest reading levels, the story structure is straightforward and moves the reader through the text quickly and efficiently.

Themes: Courage; fear of the unknown; science and responsibility; teamwork