What do you think was in the trunk?

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Have you ever been curious about something your neighbors were doing?

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How did Charlie show bravery in this story?

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The Trunk

Name: The Trunk
ISBN: 9780143306986

by S. Carey

Charlie investigates his strange neighbors and the mysterious, bone-crunching trunk next door in this suspenseful mystery for young readers.

About This Book

Charlie is dying to know what is in the huge heavy trunk that belongs to his strange neighbours. What are those bone-crunching sounds he can hear through the wall?

Concepts

Curiosity & Wonder Fear & Bravery Resilience & Perseverance Mystery Monsters

Heads up, parents

Scary Scenes

peril_danger

Wonderlit Review

Charlie's intense curiosity about his peculiar neighbors and the unsettling bone-crunching sounds emanating from their trunk drives this short, suspenseful chapter book. The narrative builds a sense of mystery and mild dread through auditory clues and implication, rather than explicit visuals. This book is ideal for children who enjoy a quick, engaging mystery with a touch of spooky fun. Parents might reach for this when a child is looking for an exciting read to transition into chapter books or when they enjoy stories that spark imagination about the unknown. Prepare to discuss what might be scary or what Charlie's curiosity leads him to discover. Younger readers might find the sounds more unsettling, while older readers will appreciate the puzzle.