The Mystery of the Stinky, Spooky Night

A parent would reach for this book when their child first starts expressing fear about strange noises at night. This humorous early reader follows friends Pearl and Wagner during a sleepover. When they hear a spooky "BOO-THUMP!" and smell a stinky odor, they fear it's a ghost. Together, they gather their courage and tools to investigate, only to discover a silly, non-scary source for the mystery. This book gently models how to face fears with curiosity and friendship, showing that scary things often have simple explanations. It's a perfect confidence-booster for new readers and a great way to open a lighthearted conversation about nighttime anxiety.