Books Like Jim Meets the Thing
Families who loved Jim Meets the Thing by Miriam Cohen 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 Jim Meets the Thing by Miriam Cohen 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 feels like the odd one out for being scared of something their peers find cool or exciting. It is a perfect choice for those quiet moments after a child has been spooked by a movie or show and feels embarrassed about their lingering anxiety. The story follows Jim, a first grader who is haunted by a scary creature he saw on TV. While his classmates brag about how brave they are, Jim feels small and isolated. However, a real-life encounter with a tiny creature on the playground gives Jim a chance to show courage in a way that matters. It is a gentle, realistic look at how bravery isn't the absence of fear, but how we act when it counts. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's inner world without being dismissive of their worries.
