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Books to help children feel brave and overcome their fear of the dark at bedtime.
— 71 books
Dragon's Rock
Tim Bowler
For the child grappling with the heavy weight of a mistake or a recurring fear that feels all too real, this atmospheric
Ages 10–14
Journey from Peppermint Street
Meindert DeJong
For the child venturing beyond their own neighborhood for the first time, this story captures the mix of wonder and worr
Ages 8–12
Slappy in Dreamland
R.L. Stine
For the child who loves the thrill of a scary story and is ready to confront their nighttime fears through a blend of cr
Ages 8–12
Goosebumps SlappyWorld: Books 1-8
R. L. Stine
For the child who loves the thrill of a good scare and enjoys being the 'brave' one in the dark.
Ages 8–12
Sleeping with the Lights On
David Unger
For the child feeling anxious about big world changes or moving to a place where everything feels different and unfamili
Ages 9–12
Don't Go to Sleep!
R. L. Stine
For the child who feels their personal space is too small or finds themselves wishing for a different life, only to real
Ages 8–12
It's Only a Nightmare!
Robert Lawrence Stine
For the child who struggles with scary dreams or loves to be in control of the outcome when things get spooky.
Ages 8–12
More Scary Stories for the Fearless Reader
Michael Dahl
For the middle-grade reader who craves a thrill, these bite-sized tales provide the perfect balance of spooky atmosphere
Ages 8–12
Dark and Darker Still
J. A. White
For the child who loves the thrill of a campfire story and is looking to test their courage with increasingly spooky, ha
Ages 8–12
Sam Lights the Dark
Shari Simpson
For the child who struggles with nighttime fears and anxiety, this thrilling adventure turns a phobia of the dark into a
Ages 8–12
Sixth-Grade Sleepover
Eve Bunting
For the child who feels like they are the only one with a secret fear, this story offers a comforting look at the pressu
Ages 8–12
While the Others Sleep
Tom Becker
For the child who struggles with nighttime fears or clinical insomnia, this gothic chiller turns a medical struggle into
Ages 11–15
Nighty-Nightmare
James Howe
For the imaginative child who worries about what might be lurking in the dark or around the next bend, this spooky campi
Ages 8–12
Attack of the Beastly Babysitter
R. L. Stine
For the child who enjoys being in the driver's seat and needs a thrill. This interactive tale helps kids process the com
Ages 8–12
The Haunted Dark
Brandon Terrell
For the child who hides their fear of the dark to fit in, this spooky high-interest story follows Malik as he faces his
Ages 8–12
Nightlights
Lorena Alvarez
For the creative child who feels their imagination is both a gift and a little bit overwhelming. A hauntingly beautiful
Ages 8–12
The Nest
Kenneth Oppel
For the child grappling with the heavy weight of a family crisis and the terrifying 'what-ifs' that come with a loved on
Ages 10–14
What to Do When You Worry Too Much
Dawn Huebner
For the child who struggles with big 'what-if' thoughts, this workbook uses metaphors and activities to help them take c
Ages 6–12
Monsters Under the Bed!
Russell J. Dorn
For the child who struggles with nighttime fears and needs to discover their own inner strength to protect others when t
Ages 8–12
Will & Whit
Laura Lee Gulledge
For the teen processing a difficult loss who finds solace in making things, this story explores how creativity and commu
Ages 12–18
The Nightwalker
Belinda Hurmence
For the child who feels a heavy weight of responsibility for a younger sibling or worries that family secrets might caus
Ages 9–12
Nightmare Island
Shakirah Bourne
For the child who feels protective of their younger siblings and needs to find the courage to face their own recurring f
Ages 8–12
The Other Felix
Keir Graff
For the child grappling with school bullies or family stress, this story explores how facing our inner fears can help us
Ages 8–12
Monsters at Midnight
Jeremy Lambert, R.L. Stine
For the child who loves the thrill of a good scare: these sisters must find their courage when a dusty bookstore leads t
Ages 8–12
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