Books like The Barking Ghost
Award winning
Night of the Living Dummy II (Goosebumps, No 31)
R.L. Stine, 1995
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging, suspenseful narrative enhances imaginative thinking.
Characters face fears, fostering bravery and resilience.
Stimulates problem-solving and critical reasoning skills.
Encourages reading as thrilling, enjoyable activity.

Night of the Living Dummy II (Goosebumps, No 31)
R.L. Stine, 1995
Award winning
One Night in Doom House (Mostly Ghostly)
R.L. Stine, 2005
144 pages
Why to read
Spine-tingling adventure engages young readers’ imagination.
Addresses fears through relatable characters and humor.
Encourages resilience and bravery in confronting challenges.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

One Night in Doom House (Mostly Ghostly)
R.L. Stine, 2005
Award winning
Zombie Town
R.L. Stine, George Kareman, Tara Carrozza, 2012
80 pages
Why to read
Thrilling adventure keeps young readers engaged. - Encourages creativity and strategic thinking. - Addresses teamwork and community importance. - Suitable for enhancing focus and comprehension skills.

Zombie Town
R.L. Stine, George Kareman, Tara Carrozza, 2012
Award winning
Animorphs Boxed Set #07: Books 25-28
R.L. Stine, Applegate Katherine, K. A. Applegate, 1999
688 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages creativity through unique shape-shifting scenarios.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Ideal for engaging young minds in adventurous storytelling.

Animorphs Boxed Set #07: Books 25-28
R.L. Stine, Applegate Katherine, K. A. Applegate, 1999
Award winning
Little Shop of Hamsters (Goosebumps HorrorLand #14)
R.L. Stine, stine-r-l, 2010
135 pages
Why to read
Thrilling plot sparks imaginative thinking and excitement.
Features relatable young protagonist in adventurous scenarios.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Provides engaging, suspenseful reading experience.

Little Shop of Hamsters (Goosebumps HorrorLand #14)
R.L. Stine, stine-r-l, 2010
The Haunted Castle
Geronimo Stilton, 2018
208 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through engaging, mystical adventures.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Encourages bravery and problem-solving skills.
Interactive illustrations foster visual thinking.

The Haunted Castle
Geronimo Stilton, 2018
Award winning
Werewolves Don't Go To Summer Camp
Debbie Dadey, Marcia Thornton Jones, Marcia T. Jones, John Steven Gurney, 1991
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous adventure sparks imagination.
Builds problem-solving, teamwork skills.
Highlights importance of friendship, acceptance.
Encourages joyful, interactive reading sessions.

Werewolves Don't Go To Summer Camp
Debbie Dadey, Marcia Thornton Jones, Marcia T. Jones, John Steven Gurney, 1991
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.
