The Skull: A Spooky Illustrated Adventure Story about Friendship and Courage for Kids Ages 6–9 – A Stylish...

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Jon Klassen Jon Klassen

The Skull

A Spooky Illustrated Adventure Story about Friendship and Courage for Kids Ages 6–9 – A Stylish...

Jon Klassen, Jon Klassen

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Walker Books
01 July 2023

Children's & Educational; Classic fiction (Children's&YA)

A #1 New York Times bestseller!

“A mysterious, exquisitely presented gothic tale.” Sunday Times

""Haunting and charming. A dark, delectable adventure."" Daily Telegraph ""Strange and deliciously creepy, this is the perfect read for children who like something a bit different."" Irish independent ‘The Best Spooky and Sweet Autumn Reads for Children’ “Children and adults alike will be captivated and uplifted by this book that is particularly perfect for spooky season – and ideal for newly-independent readers.” The Scotsman

From Jon Klassen, Caldecott Medalist and bestselling creator of This Is Not My Hat, comes a wonderfully eerie yet gentle Halloween story perfect for ages 6–9.

On a dark night, a girl named Otilla stumbles across a lonely, abandoned house deep in the forest. Inside waits a skull – who has a secret of its own. Together, they face the shadows that arrive each night… and discover the strength that comes from courage and kindness.

With Klassen’s signature dry humour, hauntingly beautiful illustrations and a touch of deliciously spooky fun, The Skull is ideal for kids who like their stories mysterious but not too scary. Parents can feel reassured: while this gothic folktale has a shiver of creepiness, it ends with strength, empowerment and a reminder that even the strangest friendships can be the most comforting.

Perfect for:

- Independent readers ages 6–9

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Families looking for a suspenseful but not-too-scary read-aloud

- Fans of spooky folktales with a twist of wit and charm

By: Jon Klassen
Illustrated by: Jon Klassen
Imprint: Walker Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 206mm, Width: 154mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 400g
ISBN: 9781529509571
ISBN 10: 1529509572
Pages: 112
Publication Date: 01 July 2023
Recommended Age: From 6 to 9 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jon Klassen is the creator of the New York Times bestselling I Want My Hat Back and its companions This Is Not My Hat, which won a Caldecott Medal and a Kate Greenaway Medal, and We Found a Hat, along with standalone The Rock from the Sky. He is also the illustrator of Extra Yarn, Sam and Dave Dig a Hole, Triangle, Square and Circle, all by Mac Barnett, and House Held Up by Trees by Ted Kooser. Originally from Niagara Falls, Ontario, Jon Klassen now lives in Los Angeles, USA. Find him on Instagram as @jonklassen and Twitter as @burstofbeaden.

Reviews for The Skull: A Spooky Illustrated Adventure Story about Friendship and Courage for Kids Ages 6–9 – A Stylish Gothic Gift from the Bestselling Creator of This Is Not My Hat

Klassen's recognizable graphite-and-ink illustrations capture the haunting-yet somehow charming-atmosphere of the stark Austrian setting, where shadows loom, bones come to life, and apricot sunshine cuts through the gloom. . . . Is the story creepy? You bet, but it's also weirdly sweet and characterized by agency, kindness, and choice. . . . Klassen's newest offering will be highly coveted. * Booklist (starred review) * Readers can enjoy a quick read, the implementation of interesting literary elements, and the humor that we have come to know from Klassen. * School Library Connection *

Short-listed for Books Are My Bag Readers Awards 2023 (UK)
Short-listed for British Book Design and Production Awards - Children’s Trade 2024 (UK)
Short-listed for Carnegie (CILIP) 2024 (UK)
Short-listed for The Carnegie Medal 2024 (UK)
Winner of California Independent Booksellers Alliance Golden Poppy Awards 2023 (United States)