Books about Thriller
Award winning
The Scariest Story You've Ever Heard
Ron Keres, Arthur Lin, 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, Arthur Lin, 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, 2012
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, 2012
Award winning
Shadow
Chantel Brooks, Tyler 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, Tyler Brooks, 2020
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
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
My Friends Are Missing
Mary Kendrick, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery storyline enhances problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Stimulates language development and emotional understanding.
Supports parent-child bonding over shared reading moments.
My Friends Are Missing
Mary Kendrick, 2022
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.
