Books like The Last Train on Halloween
Award winning
Scarecrow's Keep
Jo Sjoblom, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Engrossing mystery captivates and stimulates young minds.
Encourages empathy through diverse, well-developed characters.
Enhances analytical skills with complex clues and puzzles.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Scarecrow's Keep
Jo Sjoblom, 2023
Haunted Castle Mazes
James Harrison, 2004
12 pages
Why to read
Engaging mazes enhance problem-solving and navigational skills.
Spooky, fun castle theme captivates and stimulates imagination.
Encourages perseverance and cognitive development through challenges.
Ideal for interactive family reading and playtime.

Haunted Castle Mazes
James Harrison, 2004
The Way to the Castle
Stephanie Baker, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Characters display resilience and teamwork, fostering social skills.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through engaging narrative.
Supports critical and creative thinking development.

The Way to the Castle
Stephanie Baker, 2023
Award winning
The Haunted Halloween Hunt
Hamid Chohan, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot sparks curiosity and critical thinking.
Vivid illustrations enhance imaginative Halloween adventure.
Characters teach valuable lessons about teamwork and courage.
Ideal for joint reading sessions, enhancing family bonds.

The Haunted Halloween Hunt
Hamid Chohan, 2023
Award winning
Unsolved Case Files: Escape at 10,000 Feet
Tom Sullivan, 2021
98 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with thrilling, real-life unsolved mystery.
Encourages critical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
Interactive layout bolsters focus and attention to detail.
Inspires curiosity and discussion within family reading time.

Unsolved Case Files: Escape at 10,000 Feet
Tom Sullivan, 2021
Award winning
The Robbery
W. Murray, Ladybird, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters teach important values and empathy.
Boosts literacy through captivating narrative.
Encourages parent-child bonding through reading.

The Robbery
W. Murray, Ladybird, 1991
Award winning
Zombie in the Basement
Brian Parker, John A. O'Brien, Jessica Dawdy, 2013
36 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with unique, humorous zombie-themed adventures.
Encourages empathy through relatable character dilemmas.
Enhances critical thinking with problem-solving plot twists.
Offers a fun, captivating read for family bonding.

Zombie in the Basement
Brian Parker, John A. O'Brien, Jessica Dawdy, 2013
Award winning
Hobs
Daniel Cullen, 2023
335 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure sparks creativity and imagination.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and social skills.
Fun, educational journey for young readers.
