A Very Hairy Scary Story

A parent might reach for this book when their child has made a small mistake and is now feeling worried or scared about the consequences. This story follows Sarah, who stays too late at a friend's house and decides to sneak home in the dark rather than call her father. Her guilty conscience and active imagination conjure up a series of hairy, scary creatures on her journey. With its rhyming, repetitive text and humorous illustrations, the book masterfully transforms a scary situation into a silly one. It's a perfect, gentle way for children ages 4 to 7 to explore feelings of fear and guilt, ultimately reinforcing the idea that home and family are sources of safety and forgiveness, even when you've made a mistake.