Books Like Molly and the Night Monster
Families who loved Molly and the Night Monster by Christopher Wormell 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 Molly and the Night Monster by Christopher Wormell 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 the lights go out and your child starts hearing monsters in every creak of the floorboards. It is a comforting balm for the imaginative child who struggles with nighttime anxiety, transforming the scary sounds of a quiet house into a story of empowerment. Molly hears something large and frightening coming up the stairs, and instead of hiding, she uses her monster-catcher to face her fears head-on. The story gently addresses the way our minds can play tricks on us in the dark. It is perfect for preschoolers and early elementary children, providing a safe space to discuss what scares them while reinforcing the idea that they are capable and loved. Parents will appreciate how the ending resolves the tension with a warm, realistic hug from a caregiver.
