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
Year of the Jungle
Suzanne Collins, James Proimos, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Explores complex emotions with simplicity and warmth.
Encourages understanding of familial military service.
Beautiful, vivid illustrations enhance the narrative.
Supports empathy and emotional development.

Year of the Jungle
Suzanne Collins, James Proimos, 2013
Award winning
Interrupting Chicken
David Ezra Stein, 2010
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters patience and respectful communication through engaging narratives.
Enhances listening skills and understanding of conversational etiquette.
Encourages creativity, as characters explore various story interruptions.
Perfect for bedtime, promotes enjoyable and interactive reading.

Interrupting Chicken
David Ezra Stein, 2010
Award winning
Don't Feed the Monster
Sigal Adler, 2019
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, 2019
Award winning
OH OLIVE: Oh No! A Thunderstorm
Kelley G Lamm, 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, 2023
Award winning
Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things
Lenore Look, 2008
176 pages
Why to read
Captures childhood fears with humor and empathy.
Enhances emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Encourages resilience and personal growth.
Ideal for shared reading, fosters family discussions.

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things
Lenore Look, 2008
Award winning
There’s a Monster in My Closet
Lillie Manning, 2021
29 pages
Why to read
Captivating story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Addresses common childhood fears with empathy and understanding.
Encourages bravery and problem-solving in kids.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

There’s a Monster in My Closet
Lillie Manning, 2021
Award winning
After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)
Dan Santat, RHUK, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and overcoming fears.
Illustrates the power of perseverance.
Teaches valuable life lessons through engaging storytelling.
Inspires confidence and courage in young readers.
