Books like Short & Shivery: Scary Short Stories for Kids
Treasury of Stories for Children
Ruskin Bond, 2021
318 pages
Why to read
Captivating tales fostering imagination and emotional growth.
Diverse settings enhancing knowledge and cultural awareness.
Encourages empathy and moral values through relatable narratives.
Engages young minds in meaningful family reading time.

Treasury of Stories for Children
Ruskin Bond, 2021
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
Ten-Word Tiny Tales
Joseph Coelho, Alex T. Smith, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through concise, imaginative storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, carefully chosen language.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy development.
Ideal for quick, engaging read-aloud sessions.

Ten-Word Tiny Tales
Joseph Coelho, Alex T. Smith, 2023
Award winning
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging, suspenseful narrative captivates young readers' attention.
Encourages creativity and curiosity through whimsical storytelling.
Illustrates problem-solving skills in a fun, approachable way.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention in young minds.

Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
Award winning
The Thing at the Foot of the Bed and Other Scary Tales
Maria Leach, 1959
129 pages
Why to read
Spine-tingling tales ignite imagination and creativity.
Fosters resilience with tales of overcoming fears.
Encourages shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonds.
Boosts critical thinking with suspenseful storylines.

The Thing at the Foot of the Bed and Other Scary Tales
Maria Leach, 1959
Award winning
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
113 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling adventures.
Enhances empathy through relatable sibling dynamics.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.
Encourages shared reading with captivating storytelling.

The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
Award winning
Whiskers the Cat: Five Fun Short Stories
Uncle Amon, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales enhancing imagination and creativity.
Characters teach valuable life lessons subtly.
Boosts early literacy and language skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Whiskers the Cat: Five Fun Short Stories
Uncle Amon, 2023
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

