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The Skull

By Jon Klassen

Adjectives

haunting heartwarming mysterious empowering

Genres

Fairy Tales Horror/Spooky Friendship/Family

Synopsis

In a desolate forest, young Otilla stumbles upon a grand, abandoned house inhabited by a talking skull. Seeking refuge from her past, she befriends the skull, who confides in her about a nightly menace—a headless skeleton that relentlessly pursues him. With courage and wit, Otilla devises a plan to confront the eerie threat, aiming to secure peace for both herself and her newfound friend. This haunting yet heartwarming tale explores themes of bravery, friendship, and facing one's fears.

About the author

Jon Klassen is a talented author and illustrator from Canada, best known for his picture books like 'I Want My Hat Back' and 'This Is Not My Hat'. His stories are clever and funny, and his unique drawings bring the characters to life. Jon loves creating books that make readers think and laugh at the same time.

Pages

112 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2023

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