About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child is struggling with bedtime fears, specifically of monsters or ghosts. It offers a wonderfully creative strategy for empowerment. The story follows a young boy who is terrified of the ghost under his bed. Instead of succumbing to fear, his imagination takes over and he rebrands the ghost as the first mate in a pirate crew. This imaginative chapter book shows how to transform scary thoughts into an exciting adventure, modeling a powerful coping mechanism for children ages 7 to 10. It’s a perfect choice for teaching kids that they have the power to change their perspective and become the captain of their own feelings.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The core topic is childhood anxiety and fear of the dark or monsters. The approach is metaphorical and empowering. The ghosts are not dismissed but repurposed through cognitive reframing (imagination). The resolution is entirely hopeful and child-centric, providing a secular, creative tool for managing fear.
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