Spooky Stories for a Dark and Stormy Night facts for kids
First edition cover
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| Author | Alice Low |
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| Illustrator | Gahan Wilson |
| Cover artist | Gahan Wilson |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Horror, Children's |
| Publisher | Hyperion |
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Publication date
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1994 |
| Media type | Print (hardcover) |
| Pages | 128 |
| ISBN | 0-7868-0012-7 |
Spooky Stories for a Dark and Stormy Night is a thrilling collection of scary tales made just for kids! It was put together by Alice Low and has awesome drawings by Gahan Wilson. This book came out in 1994. It's packed with nineteen different stories. Many of these stories are new versions of old folktales from all over the world. But some are brand new, like "Duffy's Jacket" and "Good-bye, Miss Patterson." Get ready for some spooky fun!
Contents
The Book's Spooky Chapters
This book has a really cool secret! The titles of its five chapters tell their own mini-story when you read them one after another. It starts with an introduction by Alice Low. Then you dive into the chapters.
Chapter Titles Tell a Story
Imagine reading these titles in order:
- "On a Windy, Stormy Night..."
- "Down a Dark, Deserted Road..."
- "Stands a Strange and Creepy House..."
- "With Creaks and Howls and..."
- "Gotcha!"
It's like a tiny scary story before you even start reading the tales! At the very end of the book, there's a section that thanks everyone who helped make the book.
On a Windy, Stormy Night...
This first chapter sets the mood for a spooky night. It includes stories that are often retellings of classic scary folktales. You might find tales like "Taily-po" or "Wait Till Martin Comes" here. These stories are perfect for reading when the wind howls outside.
Down a Dark, Deserted Road...
As you turn the page, this chapter takes you on a journey down a lonely path. It features more retold folktales, often with a mysterious or eerie feel. A famous story you'll find here is "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow". There are also tales like "Wiley and the Hairy Man" that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Stands a Strange and Creepy House
Now you've arrived at a very unusual house! The stories in this section often involve strange homes or unexpected neighbors. You might read about "My Neighbor is a Monster, Pass it On" or "Uninvited Ghosts". These tales explore what might be hiding in the shadows of an old, creaky house.
With Creaks and Howls and...
Inside the strange house, you'll hear all sorts of scary sounds! This chapter includes some of the book's original stories. "Duffy's Jacket" and "Good-bye, Miss Patterson" are two examples. There's also a fun story by Alice Low herself, called "The Witch Who Was Afraid of Witches".
Gotcha!
The final chapter delivers the big scare! These stories are designed to give you a quick, thrilling fright. They often build up to a sudden, surprising ending. You'll find tales like "I'm Coming Up the Stairs" and "The Golden Arm". The very last story is simply titled "Boo!" – a perfect way to end a collection of spooky tales.
