Families who loved Ghouls Don't Scoop Ice Cream by Debbie Dadey 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 transitioning into chapter books and has a budding interest in spooky mysteries that are more funny than frightening. This entry in the popular Bailey School Kids series follows Howie and his friends as they investigate a new ice cream scooper who seems just a little too strange to be human. With a pale complexion and a mysterious vibe, the children are convinced she is a ghoul spying on their town. The story beautifully balances curiosity and teamwork as the group relies on one another to solve the mystery. It is an ideal choice for building reading confidence in 7 to 10-year-olds because it uses short chapters and high-stakes social situations that mirror real school life. Parents will appreciate how it encourages critical thinking and observation while keeping the tone lighthearted and humorous.