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A Scare of a Dare (Diary of a Minecraft Zombie, Book 1)

By Zack Zombie
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In A Scare of a Dare (Diary of a Minecraft Zombie, Book 1) by Zack Zombie, readers enter the quirky life of a 12-year-old Minecraft zombie. As he navigates the challenges of school, friendships, and family, the zombie faces hilarious day-to-day dilemmas in the blocky world of Minecraft. This humorous adventure offers a unique perspective on Minecraft life, perfect for young fans of the game.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of Minecraft and love reading about exciting adventures in the blocky world of zombies. With its humorous take on the daily life and challenges of a young zombie, it offers a fun blend of imagination and video game elements that's perfect for children who enjoy light-hearted stories.

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This series gives insight into the life of a 12-year-old Minecraft Zombie. Zack Zombie has to deal with the usual angst that comes from being a pre-teen zombie attending Minecraft Middle School. With the help of his human friend Steve, Zack learns valuable life lessons that help him deal with the challenges of zombie life.

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This series gives insight into the life of a 12-year-old Minecraft Zombie. Zack Zombie has to deal with the usual angst that comes from being a pre-teen zombie attending Minecraft Middle School.

With the help of his human friend Steve, Zack learns valuable life lessons that help him deal with the challenges of zombie life.

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A Scare of a Dare is appreciated for its humorous take on life from the perspective of a Minecraft zombie. Young readers enjoy the relatable school-life antics and quirky illustrations. Some feedback highlights its appeal to reluctant readers due to its engaging storyline and familiar gaming context.

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ISBN: 9781743811504

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 90g

Pages: 96

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