Families who loved Super Surprising Trivia about the Paranormal by Megan Cooley Peterson 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 starts asking questions about the unknown or shows a budding interest in spooky folklore. It is the perfect tool for a child who feels a mix of excitement and mild anxiety about things that go bump in the night, as it provides a safe, trivia-based framework for exploring the 'scary.' This bite-sized nonfiction guide covers a wide range of paranormal phenomena, from haunted houses and spirits to legendary creatures. While the subject matter is supernatural, the tone remains light and informative. It encourages natural curiosity and critical thinking, helping children process common fears through a lens of history and wonder. It is an ideal bridge for reluctant readers who prefer fast-paced, high-interest facts over long narratives.
