Families who loved Monsters on the Run by Kevin Sherry 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 an outsider or is paralyzed by the prospect of meeting new people. This high energy adventure follows a gang of cryptids who travel back in time to find a companion for a lonely Loch Ness Monster. While the plot involves dinosaurs and time travel, the heartbeat of the story is about navigating social anxiety and the fear of the unknown. It is a perfect choice for 7 to 10 year olds who respond well to humor and fast paced action. Parents will appreciate how it validates the feeling of being shy or 'different' while showing that having a supportive group of friends can make scary transitions much easier. The story normalizes the fact that even big, scary monsters can feel small and nervous inside.