How to Scare a Stegosaurus

A parent might reach for this book when their imaginative, dinosaur-loving child is ready for a funny first chapter book. It's a perfect choice for reluctant readers who are drawn to humor and silly, high-interest topics. This book is a quirky, fictional 'how-to' guide for a child who hypothetically finds a stegosaurus in their house and needs to scare it away. Through absurd scenarios and even more absurd solutions, it playfully explores themes of creative problem-solving and bravery in a very low-stakes, comedic context. For ages 7 to 10, its simple text, frequent illustrations, and hilarious premise make it an engaging and confidence-building read that prioritizes pure entertainment.