The Ghoul

Written by Taghreed Najjar · Illustrated by Hassan Manasra

A boy confronts a feared monster, uncovering unexpected truths.

3.9 Goodreads · 91 ratings

36 pages· 1,104 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud· ~620L

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Bookroo's summary

In a village gripped by fear of a mysterious Ghoul, young Hassan dares to confront the creature atop the mountain. What he finds is not a fearsome beast, but a being as scared of humans as they are of it. As Hassan and the Ghoul navigate their fears, they discover the power of friendship and understanding. Can they bridge the gap between their worlds and challenge the village's long-held prejudices? This tale, inspired by Arabic folklore, invites readers to question their assumptions and embrace differences.

From the publisher

A story about facing your fears and accepting differences, inspired by Arabic folk tales

The villagers are afraid of the “Ghoul.” For years, they’ve tiptoed around the village for fear of disturbing it. The monster doesn’t look like them, and it is believed to eat humans.

One day, the brave Hassan embarks on a dangerous mission to face the long-feared Ghoul. When Hassan finally meets the Ghoul living on top of the mountain, he discovers that the Ghoul is just as terrified of people as they are of him. Hassan and the Ghoul realize that they can still be friends, despite their differences.

A beautifully illustrated story that can be used as a springboard to discuss how we perceive those who are different and how our fears and prejudices may be built on false assumptions.

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