Families who loved Dorrie and the Haunted Schoolhouse by Patricia Coombs often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the anxiety of a new school year or the heavy weight of a public mistake. It is a comforting resource for kids who feel like they are always the ones 'getting it wrong' or who struggle with the pressure to be perfect in a new environment. In this story, Dorrie the little witch and her friend Dither accidentally cause a magical catastrophe at school when their spells go awry. Through the chaos, the book explores themes of shame, accidental bravery, and the realization that even big messes can be fixed. It is a whimsical, low-stakes way to normalize the 'oops' moments of childhood while building self-confidence in a magical, non-threatening setting.
