Books about Thriller
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
The Hostile Smile
Pat Hatt, Jerome Aguilar, 2014
36 pages
Why to read
- Engages children with intriguing, suspenseful storytelling.
- Enhances understanding of emotions through character interaction.
- Encourages resilience and empathy in young readers.
- Tailored for middle-grade developmental stages.
The Hostile Smile
Pat Hatt, Jerome Aguilar, 2014
Award winning
Black Dog
Stuart Woods, Levi Pinfold, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
- Engages children with thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
- Encourages bravery and overcoming fears.
- Stimulates imagination and creativity.
- Supports emotional development and resilience.
Black Dog
Stuart Woods, Levi Pinfold, 2011
Award winning
Shadow
Chantel Brooks, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
- Engaging, immersive journey into a whimsical fantasy world.
- Characters model resilience and friendship throughout the story.
- Enhances creativity and curiosity in young readers.
- Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Shadow
Chantel Brooks, 2020
Award winning
Night Light
Angela Harris, 2008
28 pages
Why to read
- Engages children with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
- Encourages understanding of nighttime fears, promotes comfort.
- Supports early developmental stages through story engagement.
- Ideal for bedtime reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
Night Light
Angela Harris, 2008
Award winning
Hide and Seek
Susan Lintonsmith, Shelly Wilhelm, Tristram Drew, 2021
114 pages
Why to read
- Engaging hide-and-seek theme boosts attention and focus.
- Encourages interactive play through reading.
- Builds memory and recall abilities.
- Illustrations enrich storytelling and imagination.
Hide and Seek
Susan Lintonsmith, Shelly Wilhelm, Tristram Drew, 2021
Mad Dogs
I. B. Gumnut, I B Gumnut, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
- Exciting adventure captivates and sparks children’s imagination.
- Characters exhibit teamwork and resourcefulness.
- Enhances critical thinking through engaging narrative.
- Encourages dialogue on friendship and trust.
Mad Dogs
I. B. Gumnut, I B Gumnut, 2015
Award winning
He Knows You
Jill Lash, Shari Darley Griffiths, Heidi Darley, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
- Captivating mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
- Characters exemplify resilience and empathy.
- Supports emotional and cognitive development.
- Encourages interactive parent-child reading sessions.
