About This Book
From the mind of Jeff Kinney's beloved character, Rowley Jefferson, comes a collection of short, spooky stories designed to entertain middle-grade readers aged 8-12. These tales feature classic monsters like zombies, vampires, and ghosts, but are infused with Rowley's signature innocent and often hilarious perspective, making them more 'comically terrifying' than genuinely scary. It's an excellent choice for children who enjoy a good scare but prefer it tempered with humor, or for reluctant readers drawn to the popular 'Wimpy Kid' style. The book encourages imagination and offers a lighthearted way to explore common childhood fears.
"Grab a flashlight, crawl under the covers, and dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious world of Rowley Jefferson's imagination. You'll meet zombies, vampires, ghosts, and much more in these comically terrifying tales. Rowley's spooky stories might leave you laughing, but beware--you could end up sleeping with the lights on"--
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Discussion Prompts
1
What makes a story spooky, and what makes it funny? Can a story be both?
2
Which of Rowley's spooky stories was your favorite and why?
3
If you could create your own 'awesome friendly spooky story,' what monster would you include and what funny twist would you add?
4
Have you ever been scared of something that turned out to be not so scary, or even funny?
5
How does Rowley's imagination make these stories unique?
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NYT Bestseller
Children’s & Young Adult Series (47 weeks on list)
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