Books like Tales from the Dead of Night: Thirteen Classic Ghost Stories
Award winning
The Scariest Story You've Ever Heard
Ron Keres, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination through thrilling, mysterious narrative.
Characters showcase bravery, teamwork, and resilience.
Encourages children to confront and overcome fears.
Engages young readers with interactive plot elements.

The Scariest Story You've Ever Heard
Ron Keres, 2022
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
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.

Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
A World Full of Spooky Stories: 50 Tales to Make Your Spine Tingle
Angela Mcallister, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse cultural tales, enhancing global awareness.
Improves literacy with engaging, spine-tingling narratives.
Stimulates imagination through mystical and ghostly characters.
Encourages family bonding over shared spooky storytime.

A World Full of Spooky Stories: 50 Tales to Make Your Spine Tingle
Angela Mcallister, 2019
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.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.

North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
Award winning
Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery, thrilling twists, and educational content.
Captivating animal characters, forming emotional connections.
Enhances reading skills, encourages exploration and curiosity.
Addresses teamwork, friendship values in lively narration.

Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
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.

