Books Like Gus and the Baby Ghost
Families who loved Gus and the Baby Ghost by Jane Thayer often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Gus and the Baby Ghost by Jane Thayer 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 arrival of a new sibling, a foster placement, or any situation where they must advocate for someone more vulnerable than themselves. It is a gentle, humorous entry point for discussing the responsibility of caretaking and the importance of standing up for those who cannot speak for themselves. The story follows Gus, a friendly ghost living in a museum, who finds an abandoned baby ghost on his doorstep. When the museum keeper, Mr. Frizzle, is initially reluctant to take in the tiny visitor, Gus must prove that the little ghost belongs in their unconventional family. It is a perfect choice for children ages 4 to 8 who are learning to navigate shifting family dynamics or practicing empathy toward others. Through Gus's patient and determined care, children see modeled the quiet strength found in kindness and the joy of expanding one's circle of love.
