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Daniel Gets Scared

Ready-to-Read Pre-Level 1

Adapted by Maggie Testa / Illustrated by Jason Fruchter

About The Book

A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood!

Daniel Tiger and O the Owl get scared during a thunderstorm in this Pre-level 1 Ready-to-Read story based on a popular episode of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood!


Daniel Tiger and O the Owl are having fun playing in the rain. But when it starts to thunder and they come inside, they get scared! Join them as they learn how to close their eyes and think of something happy so that they aren’t as frightened anymore.

This relatable story includes tips at the end for how parents and caregivers can help their little ones learn how they can make themselves feel better when something scares them!

© 2015 The Fred Rogers Company

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Product Details

  • Publisher: Simon Spotlight (December 15, 2015)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781481452588
  • Grades: P - K
  • Ages: 3 - 5
  • Lexile ® 360L The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®

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