Books about Fear
Scary Sam the DON'T Monster
A.J. Colucci, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
- Tackles fear management in a kid-friendly narrative.
- Encourages bravery and resilience in challenging situations.
- Offers engaging, interactive reading moments for families.
- Reinforces positive behaviors and decision-making.
Scary Sam the DON'T Monster
A.J. Colucci, 2023
Award winning
OH OLIVE: Oh No! A Thunderstorm
Kelley G Lamm, Isabella Brouster, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
- Captivating story, ideal for stormy day read-alouds.
- Strengthens understanding of weather and natural phenomena.
- Encourages bravery and resilience in young readers.
- Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy.
OH OLIVE: Oh No! A Thunderstorm
Kelley G Lamm, Isabella Brouster, 2023
Award winning
You're not my monster!
Sigal Adler, 2017
41 pages
Why to read
- Fosters emotional understanding and fear management.
- Encourages creativity through fantastical elements.
- Supports language development with simple, engaging text.
- Highlights the importance of confronting fears.
You're not my monster!
Sigal Adler, 2017
Award winning
Not Afraid of Dogs
Susanna Pitzer, Larry Day, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
- Addresses overcoming fears through engaging narrative.
- Illustrates emotional resilience, relatable for young readers.
- Supports emotional development and empathy.
- Encourages family discussions about courage and fears.
Not Afraid of Dogs
Susanna Pitzer, Larry Day, 2006
Award winning
Don't Feed the Monster
Sigal Adler, 2018
53 pages
Why to read
- Engaging story fosters emotional development.
- Illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
- Teaches importance of healthy eating habits.
- Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Don't Feed the Monster
Sigal Adler, 2018
Award winning
Monster Beneath my Bed
Tiffany A Higgins, Clark L. Higgins, 2012
25 pages
Why to read
- Combats fears with humor and creativity.
- Encourages emotional resilience and bravery.
- Stimulates imagination through storytelling.
- Supports language development and vocabulary building.
Monster Beneath my Bed
Tiffany A Higgins, Clark L. Higgins, 2012
Who's scaring Alfie Atkins?
Gunilla Bergström, Joan Sandin, 1987
28 pages
Why to read
- Engaging story about overcoming fears.
- Encourages emotional resilience in children.
- Supports early development of empathy.
- Interactive plot fosters parent-child bonding.
Who's scaring Alfie Atkins?
Gunilla Bergström, Joan Sandin, 1987
Wolves
Angela Royston, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
- Engaging exploration of wolf habits and habitats.
- Supports understanding of wildlife conservation issues.
- Enhances vocabulary with specialized scientific terminology.
- Encourages respect and empathy for nature.
