Books like Bumps in the Night
Award winning
Mrs. Jollipop (Picture Books)
Dick King-Smith, Frank Rodgers, 1996
28 pages
Why to read
Captures young imaginations with whimsical storytelling.
Introduces kids to empathy through relatable character, Mrs. Jollipop.
Stimulates young minds with engaging problem-solving scenarios.
Reading promotes focus and literacy in a fun way.
Mrs. Jollipop (Picture Books)
Dick King-Smith, Frank Rodgers, 1996
Don't Feed the Glob!
Louise Forshaw, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights creative thinking and resourcefulness.
Engages children with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages understanding of consequences and responsibility.
Fun, interactive storyline promotes literacy skills.
Don't Feed the Glob!
Louise Forshaw, 2023
Award winning
Ghost Attack (Monster Itch #1)
David Lubar, Karl West, 2017
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters model resilience and clever problem-solving.
Encourages interaction, discussion between kids and parents.
Supports vocabulary growth and narrative understanding.
Ghost Attack (Monster Itch #1)
David Lubar, Karl West, 2017
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
Award winning
More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (Scary Stories, 2)
Alvin Schwartz, Brett Helquist, Stephen Gammell, 1984
128 pages
Why to read
Spine-tingling tales enhance imaginative thinking.
Cultivates emotional resilience through eerie narratives.
Engages young readers with captivating storytelling.
Promotes bonding over shared thrilling reading experiences.
More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (Scary Stories, 2)
Alvin Schwartz, Brett Helquist, Stephen Gammell, 1984
Award winning
The Moose Who Went to the Moon
Rachel Dutton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of curiosity and adventure.
Encourages resilience and creativity in young readers.
Highlights the importance of dreaming big.
Perfect for bonding over bedtime stories.
The Moose Who Went to the Moon
Rachel Dutton, 2022
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Being Impossible
Hiawyn Oram, 2008
256 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and overcoming personal challenges.
Supports understanding of diverse perspectives and empathy.
Stimulates curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
