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These high-interest books are perfect for motivating a reluctant reader to read and actually enjoy it! Studies show that children who enjoy reading independently benefit academically throughout their lives. From the beautiful spy Mata Hari to Jesse Owens, an athlete who stood up to Hitler, from a man who escaped Alcatraz to a legendary forensic scientist, these page-turning stories will catch and hold attention, and encourage further reading and a love of books.